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单词 possess
释义 possess

possess /pəˈzes/

verb [T] (CONTROL) ↑Verb Endings for possess
F0 (of a wish or an idea) to take control over a person's mind, making that person behave in a very strange way: » [+ to infinitive] Whatever possessed him to wear that appalling jacket!Thesaurus+: ↑Controlling and being in charge
verb [T] (OWN) ↑Verb Endings for possess
C1 to have or own something, or to have a particular quality: » I don't possess a single DVD (= I don't have even one DVD).» In the past the root of this plant was thought to possess magical powers.Thesaurus+: ↑Having and owning - general words
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Extra Examples:» We're trying to bring out the artistic talents that many people possess without realizing it.» She had already sold everything of value that she possessed.» Ruth possessed great writing skills.» He was charged with possessing a fake passport.» "I'm arresting you on suspicion of illegally possessing drugs, " said the police officer.
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