take notice

idiomatic phrase

: to become aware of or give attention to something or someone : to observe or treat something or someone with special attention
… one Saturday in October 1984, San Francisco coach Bill Walsh flipped on the TV to watch college football, saw Rice on the highlights and took notice.Peter King
often used with of
It was a while before anyone took notice of the change.
… suggests that the academy is at last beginning to sit up and take notice of how the world really works.Terry Teachout
They took no notice of him. [=they ignored him]

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Teens are taking notice, and some might be considering turning to the supplement for more restful sleep, less anxiety, and better gut health. Alex Vance, Parents, 22 Sep. 2025 Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen took notice of the Fever's remarkable playoff run and offered his praise. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 21 Sep. 2025 Kimes spoke out with a message that should be taken notice of by Washington. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025 His dad, the former Rockies and Cardinals All-Star outfielder, took notice. Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for take notice

Word History

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of take notice was in 1586

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“Take notice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20notice. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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