Possess

To possess something means to own it or have it with you. For example, if you possess a book, it means the book is yours and you can read it whenever you want.

Examples

• In our science class, we learned that some animals possess unique adaptations that help them survive in their environments, like the long neck of a giraffe reaching high leaves.
• When my sister and I play video games, we often possess special powers that help us defeat challenging levels and achieve our goals as a team.
• The ancient Egyptians believed that their pharaohs possessed great wisdom and strength, which is why they built magnificent pyramids to honor them after death.

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