seized

Example Sentences

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He added a person who commits a second offence within 36 months should have their vehicle permanently seized.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Central Command said that on Monday it seized an unladen oil tanker that was attempting to sail to an Iranian port.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, California regulators seized two major life-insurance companies two months in a row after their extensive junk-bond holdings tanked.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The Civil Guard said two people were identified through DNA samples taken from the seized clothing.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

But Lola seized Josie’s arm and pulled her toward Max.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix