Synonyms of take
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as in to hold
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as in to get
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as in to choose
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as in to buy
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as in to accommodate
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as in to hold
to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
take my hand, or we'll get separated in this crowd
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as in to have
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
will you take that call? took a cut in pay
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as in to get
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
if you don't cover your head in this weather, you'll take cold and be stuck inside all weekend
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as in to choose
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
you can take the white side this time, since I got to be white for our last chess game
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as in to buy
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I'll take two cheeseburgers to go, please
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as in to need
to have as a requirement
it will take a lot of courage to stand up for what is right
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as in to stand
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't take anymore of your whining about your former boyfriend
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as in to believe
to regard as right or true
I think we can take his word for it
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as in to overcome
to achieve a victory over
I know we can take that team
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as in to manage
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
let's take each problem separately
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as in to receive
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
the school takes only a small percentage of the thousands of applicants
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as in to kill
to deprive of life
I never thought heart disease would take such an athletic and health-conscious person
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as in reaction
action or behavior that is done in return to other action or behavior
what's your take on the announcement that the senior vice president is taking an early retirement?
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as in yield
the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
who will win the poker tournament and collect the whole take?
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as in share
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
because there were so many winners of the jackpot, each person's take will be smaller than expected
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as in interpretation
a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
despite its contemporary setting, this take on King Lear isn't particularly novel or insightful
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Recent Examples of take
Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 May 2026
Lane spent decades being seen as too funny to be taken seriously.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Apologies if that comes across like a hipster take, but those aesthetics of Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri passing and moving around defenders in that kit won’t be leaving my mind any time soon.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 15 May 2026
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This is a movie that defiantly refuses to ask us to take a stand in a polarized society, but rather consider that nothing is necessarily black and white, only shades of gray.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 May 2026
Lane spent decades being seen as too funny to be taken seriously.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
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There’s no room for over-editing or re-takes, which adds a layer of transparency and excitement for viewers.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Apologies if that comes across like a hipster take, but those aesthetics of Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri passing and moving around defenders in that kit won’t be leaving my mind any time soon.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 15 May 2026
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At the time of the wedding, several of Collins and Green's guests shared photos of the newlyweds smiling and holding hands while celebrating their nuptials.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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The Golden Knights carried play for much of the first period, but Dostal stood tall in net to hold the Ducks in it.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Today’s draftniks have access to endless high-def broadcasts and custom compilations showing a prospect’s every snap.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Cleveland had the advantage offensively against Detroit but won’t against New York, San Antonio or Oklahoma City.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The area North Cornwall has plenty of fancy restaurants, but Prawn on the Lawn in Padstow gets the balance right between sophisticated seafood and laidback service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Cameron Brink’s 10 points were the only ones provided by the Sparks’ bench, while the Tempo got 42 points from reserves.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
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Customers choose a few of the distillery’s popular bourbons, which are sold around the state now, as well as Massachusetts and Rhode Island.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Drivers can reduce their risk by comparing pumps for mismatched parts, using pumps near the store, and choosing tap-to-pay, mobile wallets, or credit cards instead of debit cards when possible.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Rai’s father, Amrik Singh, bought his son a set of Titleist 690 MB irons when the latter was still a child, worth nearly 1,000 pounds — money that the working-class Rai family didn’t exactly have.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Among them is Cai Youcheng, a 36-year-old graphic designer in Beijing who has set aside plans to buy for now.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.—
Mary Clare Jalonick,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Nick Tsafos, partner-in-charge at EisnerAmper in New York, said lenders need to independently assess collateral, claims and risks across the full life of a loan, rather than relying solely on borrower representations.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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It's designed to accommodate a second seat, allowing families to expand without needing an entirely new stroller.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Subscribers can customize boxes to accommodate their dog's specific dietary restrictions.—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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They’re also made with clean lines and a straight, wide-leg fit, resulting in a crisp appearance that works for the office or even a Hamptons weekend.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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There are plenty of suite options that work well for families, baby gear like cribs and high chairs are available, and all restaurants have kids menus.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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“Take.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/take. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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