seize · verb T /siːz/
seize (HOLD)
B2 to take hold of something quickly and firmly
Dictionary example:
I seized his arm and made him turn to look at me.
Learner example:
Besides, I think that the wild beasts have the right to live free and seize their prey in order to feed themselves. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)
seize a chance/opportunity
B2 to do something quickly in order to use an opportunity
Dictionary example:
You need to seize every opportunity.
Learner example:
So we seize the opportunity to go to the sea. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)
seize (PLACE)
C2 to take control of a place suddenly by using military force
Dictionary example:
Troops seized control in the early hours of the morning.
