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   possession

   /pəˈzɛʃn/

   noun

   • 1. the state of having, owning, or controlling something: "she had taken possession of the sofa" Similar ownershipproprietorshipcontrolhandskeepingcarecustodychargeholdtitleguardianship
   • ▪ visible power or control over something, as distinct from lawful ownership; holding or occupancy as distinct from ownership: "the landlord wishes to gain possession of the accommodation" Similar occupancytenureoccupationholdingtenancy
   • ▪ the state of possessing an illegal drug: informal "they're charged with possession"
   • ▪ (in soccer, rugby, and other ball games) temporary control of the ball by a player or team: "the ball hit a defender and Brown's quick reaction put him in possession"
   • 2. something that is owned or possessed: "I had no money or possessions" Similar assetthingarticleitem ownedchattelbelongingsthingspropertyworldly goodsgoodspersonal effectseffectsstuffassetsaccoutrementsparaphernaliaimpedimentabits and piecesluggagebaggagebags and baggagechattelsmovablesvaluablesgoods and chattelsinformal:gearjunktrapsclobbertrekvulgar slang:shitcrapdated:dunnage
   • ▪ a territory or country controlled or governed by another: "France's former colonial possessions" Similar colonydependencyterritoryholdingdominionprotectorate
   • 3. the state of being controlled by a demon or spirit: "they said prayers to protect the people inside the hall from demonic possession"
   • ▪ the state of being completely dominated by an idea or emotion: "fear took possession of my soul"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from Latin possessio(n-), from the verb possidere (see possess).

   Derivatives

   • 1. possessionless adjective

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2. www.psychologytoday.com › us › blogAttachment Styles and Our Material Possessions

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   Jun 23, 2024 · Key points. Hoarding disorder involves difficulty discarding items, leading to cluttered spaces and life dissatisfaction. Attachment styles can be used as a framework to understand our emotional...

3. www.britannica.com › topic › possession-religionPossession | Spirituality, Exorcism & Possession | Britannica

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   Jun 13, 2024 · possession, in religious and folk traditions, condition characterized by unusual behaviour and a personality change that is interpreted as evidence that the person is under the direct control of an external supernatural power.

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5. www.psychologytoday.com › us › blogDo We No Longer Own Our Own Possessions? | Psychology Today

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   Jun 29, 2024 · In the 1980s, when I first began to suspect an out-of-control, technologically dependent world was emerging in every phase of human life, I started writing a novel with the tentative title ...

6. simplicable.com › life › personal-items60 Examples of Personal Items - Simplicable

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   Jun 22, 2024 · The term personal items is commonly used in rules, regulations, policies and laws to indicate a class of small personal asset that an individual has exclusive rights to use. The following are illustrative examples of personal items. Backpacks. Batteries. Beauty Supplies. Bedding. Beverages.

7. www.movingwaldo.com › best-moving-companies-in-columbus-ohTop 5 Moving Companies in Columbus, OH - MovingWaldo

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   Jun 11, 2024 · Leaders Moving & Storage. 4.8. Makers of Movepoint, the most comprehensive move quoting system for accurate pricing. Get a Free Quote. Visit website. 1-614-412-4301.

8. scripturesavvy.com › bible-verses-about-material-things25 Bible Verses About Material Things (With Commentary)

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   Jun 8, 2024 · Material possessions are fleeting and can vanish in an instant. It is wiser to not become consumed by the desire for earthly riches but to trust in God’s provision and focus on what truly matters in eternity. Mark 8:36. “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?”

9. www.astrology.com › houses › second-houseHouses - Second | Astrology.com

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   6 days ago · The Second House is commonly referred to as the House of Possessions. While this speaks to that which we own, it’s not limited simply to tangible things. We own our feelings and emotions, as well as our inner selves, abilities, needs and wants.