1
as in to humiliate
to reduce to a lower standing in one's own eyes or in others' eyes
there's no need to take us down by making fun of our clothes
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2
as in to knock down
to take apart
electricians will take down all the lights for the set after the play has finished its run
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3
as in to record
to make a written note of
took down the customer's contact information
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Recent Examples of take down
The law defines rodeos as spectator events that include bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, team roping, or any other event or activity that involves physically taking down an animal, roping an animal, or attempting to ride a bucking animal.
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Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
James’s portrait may have been taken down at the Pentagon, but his service to the United States cannot so easily be discarded.
—Clint Smith, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Ernest requested several times that Epstein take down the press release.
—Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
The company took down its webpage advertising retatrutide immediately after the visit.
—Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
James’s portrait may have been taken down at the Pentagon, but his service to the United States cannot so easily be discarded.
—Clint Smith, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Ernest requested several times that Epstein take down the press release.
—Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
The company took down its webpage advertising retatrutide immediately after the visit.
—Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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As long as Iran doesn’t humiliate Trump by restarting its nuclear program, the president can call it a win.—
Thomas Wright,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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In the ongoing fight for women’s equal rights, Pawol had proved a female baseball umpire can be second-guessed, proved wrong and humiliated by technology and mocked by howling fans on social media just like a man can.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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In the final two minutes, Salaün grabbed two crucial rebounds, hit two free throws, and knocked down a clutch jumper that gave Golden State a 87-84 lead.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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The latest plan to revive the site includes knocking down the building and rebuilding a near-replica that will be part community gathering space and restaurant and live music venue.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Escobar recorded the final out in the seventh on a strikeout to strand the tying and go-ahead runs on first and second base.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Wrobleski recorded a ninth strikeout, for the second out of the sixth, before surrendering a hit.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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If anything, they’ve been used to discredit her.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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Defense attorney Tom Mesereau was an expert at discrediting witnesses, subjects told the filmmakers, but certain key witnesses, like Janet Arvizo, struggled to connect with the jury on their own.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Oklahoma State would go on to dismantle top-10 Oklahoma to close out the regular season, but that final cherry on top of their historic campaign wasn't enough to sway the BCS polls, as the Cowboys were relegated to a Fiesta Bowl appearance for their efforts.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Federal prosecutors say the violent Kiccdoe street gang that terrorized Arlington has effectively been dismantled, with 21 members and associates now convicted and one of its most notorious gunmen sentenced to life in prison.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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You’ll be prompted to log in or create an account to access each poster.—
Neil Nakahodo
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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When his pal logged in on Saturday, his approval was now pending.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Speaking to the media after earning the victory, Hatton got candid about how his young daughter has given him a new perspective and motivation to perform at his best in what was a very cool, humbling moment.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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Martinez said he was honored and humbled to be leading, especially against two City Hall chiefs of staff.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 June 2026
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But fully disconnecting can unintentionally create more risk than relief.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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“Take down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/take%20down. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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