1. to take hold of suddenly and forcibly
2. to take possession of by force or legal authority
3. to take advantage of quickly

Examples

• The dog seizes the ball in its mouth.
• Police seizes illegal drugs during the raid.
• She seizes every opportunity to learn something new.
• Fear seizes him whenever he speaks in public.
• The government seizes property for unpaid taxes.
• He seizes the rope and pulls himself up.
• Panic seizes the crowd when the fire alarm sounds.