Catch and Possess

Catch

Catch verb - To take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly.

Possess and catch are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Possess" instead a verb "Catch".

Nearby Words: catchy, catching, catcher

Possess

Possess verb - To keep, control, or experience as one's own.

Catch and possess are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Catch" instead a verb "Possess".

Common collocations

person catch person possess person
someone catch someone possess someone
time catch time possess time
anyone catch anyone possess anyone
Other words: enemies.

Both words in one sentence

  • It's stated that Kenshin will never catch up, because his body just doesn't possess the raw physical strength to use the Hiten Mitsurugi style to its fullest.
  • They also possess the Sneak Attack ability, which allows the rogue to do extra damage is they can catch their opponents unawares or at a disadvantage.
  • Noah: You possess both the skill and judgement necessary to catch your enemies off guard the second they lose focus.
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