confiscating
To confiscate something means to take it away from someone, often because they're not allowed to have it or are breaking rules.
When authorities want to stop someone from doing something bad, like selling fake goods on the street, they might confiscate their products. This means taking them away and possibly keeping them as evidence or destroying them. You might also hear about a country's government confiscating assets from someone who's been involved in money laundering - that is, taking away money or property that was gained through shady dealings.
Definitions
verb
To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder.
Example: In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions.
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