seize

verb19 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.1

To seize something unexpectedly.

To seize something at once, without delay.

To seize something with speed.

To seize something at the very moment, instantaneously.

To seize an opportunity or item with enthusiasm.

An act of trying to take control of or capture something.

Having the legal entitlement to take something.

Having the legal or official authority to take something.

To take a firm physical grip on someone or something.

To make an effort to seize something.

To make an effort to seize something.

To react and seize an opportunity promptly.

To be prepared to seize an opportunity when it arises.

To be unsuccessful in an attempt to seize something.

To have a strong will and intention to seize something.

To take hold of a specific part of a person or thing, e.g., 'seize by the arm'.

To quickly and eagerly take advantage of something, like an idea or mistake.

To take something away from a person or place forcefully.

A more formal version of 'seize on'.