Attraper quelque chose vite et fermement.
To take hold of something quickly and firmly.
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Il lui a saisi la main. — He seized her hand.
L'armée prévoit de s'emparer du territoire ennemi. — The army plans to seize the enemy's territory.
Tu devrais saisir l'occasion aujourd'hui. — You should seize the moment today.
Saisis la barre si le bus secoue. — Seize the rail if the bus jolts.
Ont-ils vraiment tenté de s'emparer du bâtiment ? — Did they really attempt to seize control of the building?
As-tu saisi cette occasion au travail ? — Did you seize that opportunity at work?
Il a tenté de saisir le verre qui tombait. — He tried to seize the falling glass.
Nous devons nous emparer de cette occasion pour développer notre activité. — We must seize this opportunity to expand our business.
Saisis cette occasion de te distinguer. — Please seize this chance to excel.
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