To have in possession
“The three richest people in the world are said to possess more wealth than the poorest nations combined.”
To take possession of
“They had themselves overpowered another group of colonizers to possess the land they now inhabit.”
To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner
“In older cultures, people believed that demons could possess them and cause disease or illness.”
To become an obsession with
“Thoughts of freedom would possess Andy Dufresne's mind as he hatched his brazen plan to escape from prison.”
To physically grip or grasp something
To hold on to or continue to have something, both physically or mentally
To hold or maintain
To cast a magical spell on
To engage in carnal activity
To live or reside in
To be living a particular way of life
To be in a strong enough position to have or secure (something)
To cause to become angry
To hold exclusive control of a market or supply
To weigh heavily on one's mind, typically causing worry or anxiety
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