1
as in to substitute
to serve as a replacement usually for a time only
I'll take over for her until she gets back from her morning break
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2
as in to accept
to take to or upon oneself
took over the responsibility of caring for the animals
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3
as in to seize
to take or make use of under a guise of authority but without actual right
students protesting the war took over the college's radio station
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as in seizure
the unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority
the new government's high-handed takeover of private industries
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Recent Examples of take over
Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Derek Hough took over as host of the show this season after Billy Bush’s departure.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
Steve Large, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
That reduces follow-up scams, fake security alerts and account takeover attempts.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Blue and brown manicures have taken over our social feeds, appearing in stripes, polka dots, and French tips—or in this case, all three.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Derek Hough took over as host of the show this season after Billy Bush’s departure.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Manteca City Council is now proposing new penalties to prevent cyclists from street takeovers, impounding bikes for 30 days and charging $200 for a first offence and $400 for a second.
—Steve Large, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
That reduces follow-up scams, fake security alerts and account takeover attempts.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for take over
Verb
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And in all matters large and small, progressives could substitute their own wisdom for the wisdom of God.—
Chris Roemer,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Feb. 2026
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Isaacman stated that while Boeing manufactured the troubled spacecraft, the ultimate responsibility lies with NASA for accepting a flawed vehicle and risking the lives of two astronauts.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Many countries won’t accept vaccinated birds.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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In San Mateo County, 20 victims were recovered; in Contra Costa County, 17; and in Santa Clara County, seven victims were recovered, two traffickers arrested, and a firearm seized, according to authorities.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Against the odds, Ukraine managed to repel the initial Russian attack on Kyiv and, within a few months, took back large swaths of land originally seized by Moscow.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Product seizures, lost revenue, regulatory penalties, and broken retailer relationships await any apparel behemoth that doesn’t take supply chain due diligence seriously.—
Anna Triponel,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Feb. 2026
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Allegations were sustained in six of those investigations, including neglect of duty, abuse of authority, profanity, and improper search and seizure, records show.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Melton said the decaying structures impact children walking to school, bring down property values and stand in the way of progress.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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Being photographed, standing in front of crowds — aspects of the job that once rattled him — feel somehow easier now.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Feb. 2026
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But as Burnett’s television empire grew, other executive producers like Tom Shelly and Doug McCallie assumed the role of overseeing the day-to-day filming logistics, with Burnett still signing off on key creative elements.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some people assume any gold purchase is automatically reported to the government.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The backstory Patio Elba occupies a historic building in the heart of Santurce.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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Their tasting room occupies a former 1920s schoolhouse with bocce courts outside.—
Audrey T. Williams,
Mercury News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Universities can also request that state and federal legislators allocate funding in their yearly appropriations bills for research.—
Brian Herman,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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And so this would have to be money that would be an appropriation.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Take over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/take%20over. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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