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as in bouts
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
an epileptic seizure
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as in takeovers
the unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority
secret intrigues with the czar's ministers that culminated in the czarina's seizure of the throne
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Recent Examples of seizures
Amari has epilepsy and is prone to seizures, according to Today.
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Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Without treatment, meningitis can be life-threatening and lead to seizures, hearing or vision loss, fluid buildup in the brain, sepsis and more.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
That certification does not mention mines specifically and is intended to protect against the entire spectrum of threats, including missile and drone attacks or seizures, Mortimer said.
—Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
In countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, the push to develop local mineral value chains has taken the tone of negotiating higher equity stakes in mining projects for the government, accompanied by threats of seizures and hostile takeovers.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
As a result of the incident, women lost consciousness, had seizures and one plaintiff likely suffered a stroke, the lawsuit stated.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Shipping through the Strait has nearly stopped over fears of mines, Iranian attacks and seizures of ships.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
In some severe cases, the virus can lead to seizures due to electrolyte imbalances from dehydration and loss of electrolytes in the stool.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Hanken has said Akers has no history of seizures.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Without treatment, meningitis can be life-threatening and lead to seizures, hearing or vision loss, fluid buildup in the brain, sepsis and more.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
That certification does not mention mines specifically and is intended to protect against the entire spectrum of threats, including missile and drone attacks or seizures, Mortimer said.
—Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
In countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, the push to develop local mineral value chains has taken the tone of negotiating higher equity stakes in mining projects for the government, accompanied by threats of seizures and hostile takeovers.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
As a result of the incident, women lost consciousness, had seizures and one plaintiff likely suffered a stroke, the lawsuit stated.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Shipping through the Strait has nearly stopped over fears of mines, Iranian attacks and seizures of ships.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
In some severe cases, the virus can lead to seizures due to electrolyte imbalances from dehydration and loss of electrolytes in the stool.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Hanken has said Akers has no history of seizures.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seizures
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Later that evening, three rounds of hail inundated the house, followed by two bouts of whipping winds.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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During the competition 10 teams of poets compete in preliminary bouts with the top four teams performing at Finals.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
26 Apr. 2026
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Since then, the district named literacy its top priority; county officials called on all Tarrant school districts to develop plans ensuring all students read on grade level; and two state takeovers have taken shape in the Fort Worth and Lake Worth school districts to improve student achievement.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
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Street takeovers are aggressive, dangerous and have nothing to do with an appreciation of cars.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Remember, Congress was given the power in the Constitution to formally declare war, and AUMFs were drawn up after the 9/11 attacks and Congress at that time passed an authorization for use of military force.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Residents of the usually picturesque Russian resort town of Tuapse were this week warned not to leave the homes or open windows as authorities tackled intense fires from a series of Ukrainian drone attacks on the town’s oil refinery.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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As a result, Democrats refused to fund DHS as part of regular appropriations, pushing for new restrictions on how immigration enforcement officials conduct themselves.—
Ryan Lucas,
NPR,
26 Apr. 2026
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Its next stop will be the lower chamber’s appropriations committee.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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This includes multilane expressways where cars speed alongside, and in some cases above, the water.—
Pauline J. Yao,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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In addition to stalking and domestic violence crimes, the companies must also act in cases that involve violations of protective orders in stalking cases.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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Havertz looked utterly forlorn, visibly distressed to pick up yet another injury after a year decimated by two serious surgeries and long spells of rehabilitation.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Coach Ralf Rangnick took over in 2022 after spells with Manchester United, Hoffenheim, Schalke and Stuttgart and Leipzig.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Seizures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seizures. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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