1
as in held
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 had
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
will you take that call? took a cut in pay
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as in got
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 selected
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 bought
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 required
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 performed
to produce a desired effect
it will be a few hours before this medication takes
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as in stood
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 believed
to regard as right or true
I think we can take his word for it
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as in stopped
to achieve a victory over
I know we can take that team
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as in treated
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
let's take each problem separately
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as in received
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 destroyed
to deprive of life
I never thought heart disease would take such an athletic and health-conscious person
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Recent Examples of taken
The meaning of pay Diner said that while the pay increase signed into law is real money, the monetary increase can’t be taken at face value.
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Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Deputies say that the suspect, 18-year-old Fontana resident Michael Christopher Gallardo, turned himself in at the Upland Police Department on Friday and was subsequently taken into custody.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
UConn women’s basketball head coach Geno Auriemma on Saturday issued an apology and taken full responsibility for his conduct during the closing moments of the Huskies’ season-ending loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks on Friday night.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Arthur wanted to name the horse Intrepid but the name was taken.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
If a player was taken in the first round, a second player from that same franchise couldn’t be taken until the second round.
—Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Drugs that manage or stave off illnesses like diabetes and blood clots will be taken less if at all.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Clovis Police confirmed to Fox News Digital that a report was taken early Monday morning for three separate misdemeanors, which included vehicle tampering, trespassing and theft.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
If something is taken away, know that the Universe has a better plan for you.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Deputies say that the suspect, 18-year-old Fontana resident Michael Christopher Gallardo, turned himself in at the Upland Police Department on Friday and was subsequently taken into custody.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
UConn women’s basketball head coach Geno Auriemma on Saturday issued an apology and taken full responsibility for his conduct during the closing moments of the Huskies’ season-ending loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks on Friday night.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Arthur wanted to name the horse Intrepid but the name was taken.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
If a player was taken in the first round, a second player from that same franchise couldn’t be taken until the second round.
—Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Drugs that manage or stave off illnesses like diabetes and blood clots will be taken less if at all.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Clovis Police confirmed to Fox News Digital that a report was taken early Monday morning for three separate misdemeanors, which included vehicle tampering, trespassing and theft.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
If something is taken away, know that the Universe has a better plan for you.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taken
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
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This Diamondbacks rookie had a stellar debut.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Starters carry weight Suggs got going early with a nine-point first quarter and had 13 by the half with four rebounds and four assists.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Things became chippy in the second quarter when Denver backup center Zeke Nnaji, pressed into action due to the injuries, got into an altercation with De'Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II after Murray and LJ Cryer exchanged shoves.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Arvidsson helped win the faceoff and got the puck back to McAvoy.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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If selected, residents will receive a time slot to buy tickets between April 2-6.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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All products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The White House team is required to file a report informing the court of the status of its compliance within 21 days after the order takes effect.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Dining establishments like sit-down restaurants, drive-thrus, gas stations and grocery stores are required to get food inspections, and governments have to release those inspections to the public.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Geno Smith, who eventually became the starting QB in Seattle, also fit the mold of journeyman passer.—
Mike Kaye
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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That did not fit the hopeful narrative of endless growth, and that story ended with billions of dollars in federal bailouts.—
Gary Shapiro,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Dion last performed in Paris during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, singing from the balcony of the Eiffel Tower.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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In 2023 and 2024, the band performed just down the road from Billy Bob’s Texas at Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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At a Tuesday afternoon news conference in Sacramento City Hall, the mother and daughter stood beside their attorney, immigration advocates and local lawmakers — many of whom were involved in a weeks-long effort to bring her home.—
Mathew Miranda
Updated March 31,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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While chatting during a recent visit, my niece stood next to a chair and put one foot on the seat.—
Jacobina Martin,
Washington Post,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Taken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taken. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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