siege

Definition

  • noun: a situation in which soldiers or police officers surround a city, building, etc., in order to try to take control of it
  • noun: a seat of distinction
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: throne, seat, rank

Examples

  • The newspaper has been 'under siege' lately by its readers for printing a false story.

  • Angry taxpayers 'laid siege to' city hall with letters and phone calls.

  • Living in a high-crime area can create a 'siege mentality'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Our walls have been fully repaired. The gates have been reinforced. We have enough food for six months. We are more prepared for a siege than they could ever be. All we have to do is wait for them to freeze, starve, and mutiny. You disagree? Stannis isn't from the North. You are, Father. (..)
    2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Hardhome Season: 5 Episode 8