seizing
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- noun
- /ˈsiːzɪŋ/
- With a firm seizing of the handlebars, she could control the bike more easily.
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Examples
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The seizing of the rope by the sailor ensured the boat stayed anchored safely.
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The artist's seizing of the brush allowed her to create beautiful strokes on the canvas.
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And so unfortunately, the credit seizing that we're experiencing is occurring faster than the pace at which the the solutions can be applied.
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Whatever the seizing, whoever seizes it, you know, like even if the feds are involved, that money goes back to the local agency.
Synonyms
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3.2
The act of taking control of another person or their land by force
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1.1
A tight hold with the hand or arm on something
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6.1
Taking property by force or by a court order
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1.0
A quick action of taking something with your hand
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3.9
An act of holding something tightly
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4.2
A quick act of taking something with the hand
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A tight hold with the hands or arms
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2.0
Holding and pressing something firmly with your hand
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To hold something firmly with the hand or another body part
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The action of taking hold of something with the hands or tentacles
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4.1
A firm grip with the hands or arms that keeps something from moving
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Etymology
Seizing meaning the act of holding something firmly comes from the same old French word saisir meaning 'to take' or 'to grab', the same root as seize and seizure. That's why to 'seize' something is to grab or hold it quickly and strongly.