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
By the way, Manufaktur is Mercedes’ high-end customization arm, and my tester possessed as much as $24,440 worth of its equipment.
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Peter Nelson, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
But only Defendants possess the documents and information that Plaintiffs need to confirm public reporting and identify which agencies Defendants will target next so Plaintiffs can seek preliminary relief and mitigate further harm.
—Ars Technica, 19 Mar. 2025
Thus, bitcoin possesses key attributes for use as money: scarcity, utility, and trust, which are not subject to government manipulation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2025
This week, however, CSIS said China was on track to reach a 425-ship fleet by 2030—compared with the 300 vessels possessed by the U.S. Navy.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
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Peter Nelson, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
But only Defendants possess the documents and information that Plaintiffs need to confirm public reporting and identify which agencies Defendants will target next so Plaintiffs can seek preliminary relief and mitigate further harm.
—Ars Technica, 19 Mar. 2025
Thus, bitcoin possesses key attributes for use as money: scarcity, utility, and trust, which are not subject to government manipulation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2025
This week, however, CSIS said China was on track to reach a 425-ship fleet by 2030—compared with the 300 vessels possessed by the U.S. Navy.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possess
Verb
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Goodman has a nervy start, with an errant pass out of play.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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The sheriff's office has no jurisdiction over the case but sent detectives to the island to assist local investigators.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC News,
14 Mar. 2025
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When Lampard was sacked 18 months later, replacement Tuchel insisted that Barry be retained after hearing about his work.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Lower yields give more concentration, while the higher elevation, averaging around 500 feet, retains high acidity.—
Cathrine Todd,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Wilson currently owns and lives in a Lincoln Park mansion.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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Supporting independent bookstores, especially pouring extra love into those owned and operated by BIPOC.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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The legend of Two Lovers Point is a timeless, bittersweet tale of eternal love and every year, thousands of locals and visitors come through and celebrate their love while enjoying one of the best views on Guam.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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His gritty par to finish his round is a perfect embodiment of the turnaround he’s enjoyed on this course over the last three days.—
Justin Ray,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Possess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possess. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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