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Possess (Verb)

Enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?"; "A terrible rage possessed her".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

A sudden madness possessed him as he spent all his savings on the expensive watch.
A terrible feeling of sadness possessed her after she lost her best friend.
What possessed you to quit your dream job like that without thinking it through.
A mysterious power possessed her voice, drawing fans from all corners of the world.
A rush of adrenaline possessed him as he stood at the edge of the extreme sports ramp.

Have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

She possesses a unique ability to communicate with people of different cultures.
The tourists who visit Paris often possess a basic understanding of French.
He possesses exceptional leadership skills that have helped the company grow.
A qualified engineer is expected to possess advanced problem-solving skills.
As a native speaker, she possesses an in-depth knowledge of the English language.

Have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?".

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

She possesses a unique collection of antique vases that she inherited from her grandmother.
The company has been in possession of the land for decades before deciding to sell it.
The museum possesses some of the rarest artifacts in the world, attracting millions of visitors each year.
By the end of his life, he possessed a vast fortune that he left to charity.
The new owner possesses the right to decide the fate of the historical building.