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Meaning
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to occupy
To take control of or hold a particular position or object by force or authority.
vi Quân đội đã chiếm được vị trí chiến lược quan trọng.
en The army occupied an important strategic position.
to appropriate
To take something for one's own use, especially without permission or in a sudden manner.
vi Anh ta đã chiếm lấy món đồ chơi của em mình.
en He took his younger sibling's toy for himself.