take possession

verb5

1. •
   To become the owner.

   • This is his only remedy, however; unlike the mortgagee, he cannot take possession or foreclose. — 1967
2. •
   To seize or get control over.
3. •
   To become established in.

   • There my trouble ended; sweet peace again took possession of my heart; the tide turned in my favor. — 1860
4. •
   To possess; to dominate or control the mind of.

   • Passion would require to present itself in new forms, if it was now to take possession of him again. — 1894
5. •
   To assume responsibility for.

   • It is beyond comprehension that he should hesitate long ere resolving to step into and take possession of such a rich and glorious heritage. — 1937