as in to have
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
she possesses a keen insight into people
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Recent Examples of possess
Fragmentation possesses the risk in real-world payment scenarios that reflect on multiple regulatory frameworks and clearing systems.
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Dr. Saheer Nelliparamban, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
He is also accused of possessing a necklace valued at $25,000 that had been stolen during a jewelry store robbery.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Under Georgia law, a guilty verdict for the felony charge of possessing or procuring items prohibited by inmates has a mandatory 10-year sentence.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Both books feature protagonists who are out of their elements but also possess unique attributes that first get them into trouble before becoming their one slim hope to escape.
—John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Dr. Saheer Nelliparamban, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
He is also accused of possessing a necklace valued at $25,000 that had been stolen during a jewelry store robbery.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Under Georgia law, a guilty verdict for the felony charge of possessing or procuring items prohibited by inmates has a mandatory 10-year sentence.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Both books feature protagonists who are out of their elements but also possess unique attributes that first get them into trouble before becoming their one slim hope to escape.
—John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possess
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Today’s draftniks have access to endless high-def broadcasts and custom compilations showing a prospect’s every snap.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Cleveland had the advantage offensively against Detroit but won’t against New York, San Antonio or Oklahoma City.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Lio Rush to retain the Ring of Honor World TV Championship.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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The city even wants to use bricks instead of asphalt to retain the area's image.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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The deed is the document that says who owns the property.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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This time, playing with the tempo Varas said would trouble Austin, SDFC owned the match via comprehensive play and goals in the eighth, 17th, 54th, 79th and 91st minutes.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Water aficionados will enjoy the chance to experience the ins and outs of the lake, thanks to five full-service marinas along the twisting shoreline, more than four times the length of Georgia’s Atlantic coast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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On Saturday, May 16, International Pickle Day, Smoothie King customers can enjoy a free 4-ounce Pickle Smoothie in stores only while supplies last.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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“Possess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possess. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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