This is the 6399th most frequent Arabic word.
احتلت
"Occupied" or "took over."
The word "احتلت" here is used in its literal sense, meaning to hold or occupy a specific position or rank.
احتلت مصر المرتبة الأولى في السياحة.
Egypt occupied the top rank in tourism.
In this sentence, "احتلت" is used to denote a physical occupation or control over a location by forces.
احتلت القوات الأجنبية المدينة بعد المعركة.
The foreign forces occupied the city after the battle.
Here, "احتلت" figuratively expresses the idea taking prominence or dominating attention among people.