To surround with armed forces

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The correct answer is: Besiege.

To besiege a place is to surround it with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender. The word comes from the Old French word “besegier”, which means “to sit around”.

Seize means to take possession of something by force. Attack means to start a fight or battle. Cease means to stop or come to an end.

Here are some examples of how the word “besiege” is used:

• The rebels besieged the city for months, but were eventually defeated.
• The enemy army besieged the castle, but the defenders held out for several weeks.
• The police besieged the building where the hostages were being held.

I hope this helps!