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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
Jimmy Lovrien, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Cleaning windowsills is an easy, straightforward job that takes only a few minutes.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Technology always takes time to be adopted.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The league takes a break for the World Cup and will return to action on July 16.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
Florida’s recent property tax debate takes this philosophy further.
—Nicole Huyer, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
To qualify as a Baltimore Top Workplace, employees complete a short 26-question survey that takes just a few minutes.
—Bob Helbig, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2026
This one costs nothing, takes under a minute and produces a measurable physiological change, which is a rare combination in a space crowded with expensive products and complicated protocols.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Most of the rest of the final round of Serie A takes place on Sunday night, with four teams battling for the final two Champions League places and two teams fighting against relegation.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Their feed is full of other people's takes.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
This choppy interpretation of the pixie is among Bailey-Chaidez’s favorite takes.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Our funniest, craziest moments were in between takes.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 24 May 2026
Or were their outrageous takes simply a ploy to boost ratings?
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Between takes, Liu did TikTok dances, trying to summon the right energy.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Though its origins are disputed, artists from across the world have adopted the aesthetic, offering creative takes that go from hyperrealistic to surreal to playful and bright.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
There’s no room for over-editing or re-takes, which adds a layer of transparency and excitement for viewers.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Verb
Qualls takes lead Qualls took the lead after Lindell dropped out, but Demuth, urging the use of paper ballots over the clickers, tried to appeal to Lindell voters.
—Jimmy Lovrien, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Cleaning windowsills is an easy, straightforward job that takes only a few minutes.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Technology always takes time to be adopted.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The league takes a break for the World Cup and will return to action on July 16.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
Florida’s recent property tax debate takes this philosophy further.
—Nicole Huyer, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
To qualify as a Baltimore Top Workplace, employees complete a short 26-question survey that takes just a few minutes.
—Bob Helbig, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2026
This one costs nothing, takes under a minute and produces a measurable physiological change, which is a rare combination in a space crowded with expensive products and complicated protocols.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Most of the rest of the final round of Serie A takes place on Sunday night, with four teams battling for the final two Champions League places and two teams fighting against relegation.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
Noun
Honestly, the range of wild takes here has put me in fond mind of the good, old Twitter.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Their feed is full of other people's takes.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
This choppy interpretation of the pixie is among Bailey-Chaidez’s favorite takes.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Our funniest, craziest moments were in between takes.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 24 May 2026
Or were their outrageous takes simply a ploy to boost ratings?
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Between takes, Liu did TikTok dances, trying to summon the right energy.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Though its origins are disputed, artists from across the world have adopted the aesthetic, offering creative takes that go from hyperrealistic to surreal to playful and bright.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
There’s no room for over-editing or re-takes, which adds a layer of transparency and excitement for viewers.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for takes
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Cal Fire still holds a modest annual budget for wildfire mitigation work.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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In the piece, Mead examines Monroe's legacy, and how her disarming beauty still holds the power to seduce today.—
Rebecca Mead,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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The team has only one main pitcher, Taylor Tinsley, who’s spent the most time in the circle in the NCAA tournament with 29-1/3 innings pitched.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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For example some restaurants, such as the main restaurant ALBA, can be set up with ramps, while the hotel has wheelchairs available onsite that are suited to hard surfaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Economic forum The attacks came as the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, or SPIEF, a major business event known as Russian President Vladimir Putin’s version of Davos, gets underway in the city on Wednesday.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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The real risk starts when a pan gets too hot, too damaged or used in the wrong way.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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In a variable annuity, the account owner chooses how the account is invested among funds offered by the insurer.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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As Season 2 unfolds, the two young couples will be tested and separated once again by forces beyond their control, as every clan chooses a side in the rebellion.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
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Iraq buys electricity from the autonomous Kurdish region.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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And, when its time to sell, APMEX also buys gold, silver and platinum from consumers.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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The program currently requires companies to submit a plan to the EPA outlining safety precautions, hazard assessments in the case of an accidental release and emergency response steps.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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This super athletic girl requires a yard with a high fence.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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As Paxton's office alleges, a gender-neutral changing room that accommodates multiple occupants at once is expressly prohibited by law.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The compact helicopter features head-to-toe panoramic windows and accommodates two guests, departing directly from Qualia’s helipad.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The villa layout works great for families needing space.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Churning out lazy, uninspired movies no longer works, even if they're attached to a previously important brand name.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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