suddenly seize

Frequency: 8.018.2 per million words

To seize something unexpectedly.

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Examples (10)

  • A predator suddenly seized its unsuspecting prey.
  • Panic suddenly seized her as she realized the danger.
  • The police suddenly seized the suspect after a brief chase.
  • He suddenly seized the opportunity to present his innovative idea.
  • A sharp pain suddenly seized his leg, forcing him to stop.
  • The rebel forces suddenly seized control of the capital city.
  • She suddenly seized the child's hand, preventing a fall.
  • An inspiring idea suddenly seized him, and he began to write furiously.
  • During the riot, protesters suddenly seized the government building.
  • The company's assets were suddenly seized by the bank due to unpaid debts.