Definition of take liberties
1 disapproving : to make important changes to something
—usually + withI think the movie takes too many liberties with the original story.
2 old-fashioned : to be informal and friendly toward someone in a way that is not proper
—usually + withHe was accused of taking liberties with several young women.
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