TAKE ON Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

take on

verb

Definition of take on

as in to meet

to enter into contest or conflict with will take on his chief opponent in the next political debate

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as in to employ

to provide with a paying job decided to take her on as store manager

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as in to borrow

to take for one's own use (something originated by another) recently arrived immigrants who are eager to take on the language and culture of their adopted homeland

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Recent Examples of take on After taking on her sexy side hustle, her secret was exposed, resulting in her being fired from her teaching job. — Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 After roughly 15 years as a barbecue chain restaurant, a space in Kansas City’s Northland will take on a new life. — Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026 Currently, the semifinals are taking place, with France facing off against Spain on July 14 and Argentina taking on England on July 15. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 14 July 2026 Finally, Lauren Sánchez Bezos has more recently entered the spotlight, having taken on more philanthropic work and responsibility since marrying Bezos in 2025. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for take on

Recent Examples of Synonyms for take on

Verb

The nine-bedroom property meets that tradition with more than 500 feet of frontage, a sandy beach, boathouse and the largest permanent in-water dock on the lake.

— Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Infinitely adjustable to meet all tastes and demands, from coarse to super fine seasoning.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026

Definition of meet

Verb

Georgia’s place in the national automotive ecosystem might be anchored by the likes of Hyundai and Kia, which operate sprawling factories here employing thousands, but Vintage Modern is finding its niche.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
The Morrison branch employs 17 full-time workers and 273 part-time employees, not including seasonal staff hired for summer programs, the YMCA confirmed.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026

Definition of employ

Verb

Some users rotate their choices by weekday, travel schedule or menstrual cycle phase, borrowing techniques from biohacking culture.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
Other excursions, such as walking tours with knowledgeable local guides and active pursuits like kayaking and snorkeling, are also available—though many guests simply wandered on their own or borrowed snorkeling gear from the ship.

— Jane Wooldridge, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

Definition of borrow

Verb

The area facing additional downpours includes Texas Hill Country, which saw devastating flash flooding last July that left more than 130 dead, including 25 girls and two counselors at Camp Mystic.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Through Taylor-Joy’s character, the series reminds us to face ourselves, even the broken and painful bits that feel shameful.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 July 2026

Definition of face

Verb

According to a July 3 letter obtained by The Sacramento Bee, the city still needed to complete required rezoning, adopt the housing element and submit both to HCD before the department could certify the plan.

— Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
North Richland Hills adopted data center regulations in June 2025 to address the new use.

— Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

Definition of adopt

Verb

Those who can afford to buy at current mortgage rates or pay all cash are likely to encounter buyer-friendly trends in many markets.

— Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Instead, online conversation quickly shifted from anticipation to expectation, as social media filled with comparisons between polished concept artwork and the reality guests encountered on opening.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of encounter

Verb

After Whitmer declined, Schumer attempted to recruit Pete Buttigieg, the former Transportation Secretary, who’d recently moved from South Bend, Indiana, to Traverse City, his husband’s home town.

— Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 10 July 2026
Business owners frequently invest considerable effort into recruiting talented leaders but spend far less time designing the compensation structures that encourage those individuals to remain with the organization long-term.

— Anthony Mastro, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026