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as in holds
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 has
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
will you take that call? took a cut in pay
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as in gets
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 chooses
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 buys
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 requires
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 stands
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 believes
to regard as right or true
I think we can take his word for it
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as in overcomes
to achieve a victory over
I know we can take that team
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as in manages
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
let's take each problem separately
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as in receives
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 destroys
to deprive of life
I never thought heart disease would take such an athletic and health-conscious person
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as in reactions
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 yields
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 shares
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 variations
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 takes
Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
When violations occur and are reported, CPS takes prompt and appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination and referral to law enforcement, as required by law, while upholding the highest ethical standards.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
That takes nothing away, though, from the epic job Herbert did dragging the Chargers through the second half of the season.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The Penn Centers of Excellence for Influenza Research and Response takes an early look every year at how well the seasonal flu shot prompts an antibody response in the immune system.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 Jan. 2026
Manager Mark Kotsay signed an extension that takes him through 2028, with a club option for 2029, while Nick Kurtz is the reigning American League Rookie of the Year.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Dinner takes me to Stock Island’s Hogfish Bar & Grill, hidden behind a marina.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Readiness takes into account students who are prepared for life after graduation, including by enrolling in college, starting a career or enlisting in the military.
—Dmitry Martirosov, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2025
Rather than a full-on reissue, the New Balance RC65 takes pages from one of the brand’s early 2000s cross country racing shoes, updating it with modern FuelCell cushioning.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Maggie Coughlan, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
To get to the bottom of this, six designers shared their takes and the results were surprisingly split.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
One of the cool things about watching Adam act is there aren’t bad takes.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This season’s ballet styles run the gamut from round-toe ballet slippers to more contemporary takes with square-toe shapes or Mary Jane straps.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
Taylor Dearden is snapped mid-giggle between takes.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Some of his controversial takes, though, were considered misogynistic, xenophobic, and racist by some.
—Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
With only 39 shots making up the film's two-and-a-half-hour runtime, Tarr's penchant for long takes was on full display.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Incorporating gorgeous long takes and occasionally extended running times — his magnum opus Sátántangó ran more than seven hours — Tarr depicted the human condition as one of intense suffering, but also one filled with immeasurable bleak beauty.
—Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
Whoever takes the role is significantly restricted by the prior regime.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
When violations occur and are reported, CPS takes prompt and appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination and referral to law enforcement, as required by law, while upholding the highest ethical standards.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
That takes nothing away, though, from the epic job Herbert did dragging the Chargers through the second half of the season.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The Penn Centers of Excellence for Influenza Research and Response takes an early look every year at how well the seasonal flu shot prompts an antibody response in the immune system.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 Jan. 2026
Manager Mark Kotsay signed an extension that takes him through 2028, with a club option for 2029, while Nick Kurtz is the reigning American League Rookie of the Year.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Dinner takes me to Stock Island’s Hogfish Bar & Grill, hidden behind a marina.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Readiness takes into account students who are prepared for life after graduation, including by enrolling in college, starting a career or enlisting in the military.
—Dmitry Martirosov, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2025
Rather than a full-on reissue, the New Balance RC65 takes pages from one of the brand’s early 2000s cross country racing shoes, updating it with modern FuelCell cushioning.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
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Take a trip down memory lane with Vanity Fair’s list of the best Golden Globes looks of all time and relive the night with our blog for fresh takes, up-to-the-minute commentary, and everything in between.
—Maggie Coughlan, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
To get to the bottom of this, six designers shared their takes and the results were surprisingly split.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
One of the cool things about watching Adam act is there aren’t bad takes.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This season’s ballet styles run the gamut from round-toe ballet slippers to more contemporary takes with square-toe shapes or Mary Jane straps.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
Taylor Dearden is snapped mid-giggle between takes.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Some of his controversial takes, though, were considered misogynistic, xenophobic, and racist by some.
—Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
With only 39 shots making up the film's two-and-a-half-hour runtime, Tarr's penchant for long takes was on full display.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Incorporating gorgeous long takes and occasionally extended running times — his magnum opus Sátántangó ran more than seven hours — Tarr depicted the human condition as one of intense suffering, but also one filled with immeasurable bleak beauty.
—Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for takes
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The central legal question was whether the board of governors or the club’s voting members holds the ultimate power to authorize major capital projects and debt.—
Chase Jordan
January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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New York — Collective wisdom holds that an independent central bank is absolutely vital for any advanced economy.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
13 Jan. 2026
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This previously-$30 set of Merino wool socks already has an excellent value, but the new price point is even sweeter.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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The bakery has two trailers on the property that are used for housing and as a test kitchen for the bakers.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Laura Ashley Printed Cotton Percale Sheet Set These sheets from Laura Ashley are crafted from 200-thread-count cotton percale fabric, which feels smooth and gets softer with each wash, according to the brand.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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The 90-minute immersive show is a 360-degree experience with professional dancing that gets a bit racy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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No one who works at the Academy chooses the categories.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
20 Jan. 2026
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With the tension finally diffused, Ainsley reconsiders her decision and chooses to give dorm life another shot.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
18 Jan. 2026
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The couple also buys certain items in bulk from an organic food supplier, spending an average of about $300 a month on staples like rice, oats, olive oil, nuts and cheese.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Luminia would pay for the equipment, then CEA buys the power and delivers it to customers.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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The board’s unanimous vote came weeks after pension-plan actuaries confirmed the program would be cost-neutral, as state law requires.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The Act requires the violence or abuse to have been a ‘substantial contributing factor’ in the later criminal conduct.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
13 Jan. 2026
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The sofa accommodates an impressive six people at once and can also be converted into a double bed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Jan. 2026
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The two-story rock-climbing wall in the gym accommodates kids and is a fun option for families, but make sure to reserve in advance since the limited spots tend to fill up quickly (and private sessions can be pricey).—
Sara Liss,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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These Hokas are the rare travel shoe that works across all ages, activity levels, and destinations.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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The company works closely with mental health professionals to ensure its technology aligns with clinical practice rather than replacing it.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Takes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takes. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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