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possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
Synonyms: self-command, self-control, self-possession, self-will, will power, willpower,
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
the act of having and controlling property
Synonyms: ownership,
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
a mania restricted to one thing or idea
Synonyms: monomania,
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
anything owned or possessed
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
a territory that is controlled by a ruling state
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
being controlled by passion or the supernatural
possession
noun(pos-ses-sion)
(sport) the act of controlling the ball (or puck)
Examples:
They took possession of the ball on their own goal line.

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