Encroach and Seize

Encroach

Encroach verb - To advance gradually beyond the usual or desirable limits.
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Synonyms for Encroach

Seize and encroach are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Seize" instead a verb "Encroach".

Nearby Words: encroachment, encroaching

Seize

Seize verb - To take or make use of under a guise of authority but without actual right.
Usage example: Richard III seized the English throne from his brother Edward in 1483

Encroach and seize are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Encroach" instead a verb "Seize".

Nearby Words: seizure, seizing, seised

Common collocations

territory encroach territory seize territory
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