Confiscate suddenly is a term used to describe the act of taking something away from someone without warning. It is usually done by a government or law enforcement agency, and is often done in order to protect public safety or to prevent illegal activities. The term is derived from the Latin word 'confiscare, ' which means 'to take away.' In crossword puzzles, the term is usually abbreviated to 'SEIZE, ' which is the five-letter answer to the clue.