Cede and Sequester

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Cede verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.

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Sequester is an antonym for cede.

Nearby Word: ceding

Sequester verb - To take ownership or control of (something) by right of one's authority.

Usage example: police found and sequestered several illegal weapons

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Cede is an antonym for sequester.

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