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
Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The Cowboys dealt their backup to the Giants in 1974 for a package that included a pick Dallas would use to take defensive lineman Randy White, who became a Super Bowl MVP and Pro Football Hall of Famer.
—Pat Graham, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026
Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Several silver screen adaptations followed, including Peter Brook’s 1963 take and Harry Hook’s 1990 movie.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
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The Guardians had a five-run outburst in the third inning, taking advantage of four walks, to extend their lead to 7-0.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The Cowboys dealt their backup to the Giants in 1974 for a package that included a pick Dallas would use to take defensive lineman Randy White, who became a Super Bowl MVP and Pro Football Hall of Famer.
—Pat Graham, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026
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The rich, frothy drink (which has roots in Vietnam) is gaining traction online as users share their own takes and tutorials on how to recreate it at home, often marveling at its creamy, dessert-like texture.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Several silver screen adaptations followed, including Peter Brook’s 1963 take and Harry Hook’s 1990 movie.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 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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McGlynn gave the Dynamo a three-goal lead in the 55th with assists from Ennali and Santos, who already has five helpers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Natural light pours into the bathrooms, and ground-floor accommodations have alfresco showers (playfully dubbed secret gardens).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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These are not women who just help get their grandkids ready for school in the morning or watch them on a Saturday night; these are women who have chosen to become parents again, sparing their grandchildren from life in the foster system.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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About 250 people in Killingworth — the largest group to file a complaint with a fair rent commission in recent history — will get a one-year reprieve from increases after the town’s committee rejected their landowner’s rent adjustment plan.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Not everyone will make the decision to pursue treatment, but good candidates deserve the opportunity to choose.—
Kathi Rigby,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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That is all too rare these days, especially in the case of an apparently rootless individual who chose an unconventional yet outwardly decent lifestyle.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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However, rights groups, including Global Witness, have long urged jewelers to avoid buying Burmese gemstones, saying the trade helps fund the country's military governments, according to The Associated Press.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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During the liquidation process, other airlines will buy Spirit’s planes, hire some of its former employees, and, eventually, take over its slots, including those at the Marine Air Terminal.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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While this puts a literal damper on vacation plans, locals celebrate this time of year, as it is needed for keeping the lush foliage and crops at their best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Who needs pretty when the food tastes this good?—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 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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The soon-to-be 25-year-old outfielder, who served as the Yankees’ DH on Friday, did reach base in his second at-bat, working a seven-pitch, full-count walk, one of two permitted by Misiorowski.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Do not overcorrect what already works.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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“Take.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/take. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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