How to use "possess" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "possess" in popular movie and book plots

  • Although they also possess the Alderson Drive, none of their ships have ever returned.  - The Mote in God's Eye
  • Nameless admits that he does indeed possess the special technique the king alluded to.  - Hero (2002 film)
  • They fear that the child may not possess an immunity to the superflu and may die, implying a permanent end to humanity.  - The Stand
  • Ellen's body disintegrates before Tak can catch Mary, and is forced to possess a nearby golden eagle.  - Desperation (novel)
  • Nine reproduction centers across the planet possess an assortment of ovarian tissue cultures, and by design only male children are conceived.  - Ethan of Athos
  • Laura insists that Bob is real and will kill her if she does not allow him to possess her.  - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me
  • Bugenhagen explains that if Damien is the Antichrist he will possess a birthmark in the shape of three sixes, under his hair if nowhere else.  - The Omen
  • Oda Mae allows Sam to possess her body so he and Molly can share a slow dance.  - Ghost (1990 film)
  • The demons possess a system similar to Yggdrasil, named Nidhogg.  - Oh My Goddess!
  • Jimmy attempts to possess Gary, only to be hurt by his silver star-shaped badge and is temporarily exiled.  - Practical Magic
  • When he demands that the demonic spirit inhabit him instead of the innocent Regan, the demon seizes the opportunity to possess the priest.  - The Exorcist (novel)
  • The ghost finds it can only possess individuals that fundamentally want to do the same task it is trying to accomplish itself.  - Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
  • The party also learns that the Gazel Ministry seeks to revive Deus and achieve eternal life, while Krelian seeks to possess Elly.  - Xenogears
  • The bandits possess three Japanese matchlock firearms.  - Seven Samurai
  • The Overlook has difficulty possessing Danny, so it begins to possess Jack by frustrating his need and desire to work.  - The Shining (novel)
  • They escape into Nightopia and find that they both possess the rare Red Ideya of Courage, the only type that Wizeman cannot steal.  - Nights into Dreams

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