take time

phrase

1

: to need or require time to happen or be done

You have to be patient. Things like this take time.

It may take some time for the medication to wear off.

The meeting won't take too much time.

This job is easy and will take no time at all.

2

or take the time : to use an amount of time in order to do something important

They never took the time to get to know her.

I took some time to think about it, and my answer is still "no."

Examples of take time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Hornets anticipated competing one final season in the FCS this season, but a spring invite to the Mid-American Conference was welcomed news but with the underlined theme that this will take time. — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 20 Sep. 2026

During the meeting, Board Vice President Daryl Terwilleger reminded community members the task force is undertaking a months-long process, and a proper decision will take time to make. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026

Finding replacement supplies would take time and could be more expensive. — Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 15 Sep. 2026

Reviewers frequently mention that technicians take time to explain treatments, answer questions and provide clear recommendations that are unique to their homes. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for take time

• aforetime
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• anytime
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• maritime
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• overtime