Sequestare
Definition
Sequestare means to seize or confiscate something, usually by legal authority. It can refer to the temporary taking of property as evidence in a criminal investigation.
Analogy
Imagine you're playing a game of hide and seek, and one player finds a hidden treasure. They "sequestare" the treasure by taking it away temporarily until the game is over.
Related terms
Confiscare: Confiscare means to permanently take possession of something, often as a punishment for illegal activities.
Bloccare: Bloccare means to block or stop someone or something from moving forward or progressing.
Pignoramento: Pignoramento refers to the seizure of assets or property as collateral for unpaid debts.
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