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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
Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The brand’s signature protein-repairing peptide simultaneously takes a journey into the individual hair shaft to repair any damage, helping tackle a lack of volume on a long-term basis.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Made by History takes readers beyond the headlines with articles written and edited by professional historians.
—Time, 16 Sep. 2025
Like our world, 2025 PN7 takes one year to complete an orbit around the sun.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
As a fabricator, the W&W takes steel -- like the kind manufactured at Big River in Osceola -- and turns it into structural steel for construction.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2025
Yes, the miniature digital camera takes photos and videos.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Bumping rights occur when an employee with more seniority takes the job of an employee with less seniority during layoffs.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
What unites these companies is a commitment to improving grid resiliency, though each takes a radically different approach to battery chemistry.
—Anna Broughel, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Gagné used gear, including a gimbal, Steadicam and even a motion control system to shoot the sequence which in the end were stitched together 10 long takes that were stitched together.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 7 Sep. 2025
Sadly, social media rewards these sensationalist takes which are designed to provoke engagement — often for financial reward.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Time crunches led the team of four — including production assistant Chaandmon Croft — to streamline the pilot process so other departments could quickly work with material amassed between takes that could start and restart from various points in a song.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
But there were also unexpected bonuses to writing between takes.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Both Osbourne and Motörhead recorded their own takes, and years later, Osbourne and Lemmy even issued a joint version.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Those are sensible takes, not only for preserving the Fed’s credibility but also protecting the personal lives of everyone working there.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
Indeed, because of their own feelings as themselves, not their characters, Cumberbatch and Colman made a point of looking after each other on set between takes.
—EW.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
Mushi takes his blanket and tucks himself into bed.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The brand’s signature protein-repairing peptide simultaneously takes a journey into the individual hair shaft to repair any damage, helping tackle a lack of volume on a long-term basis.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Made by History takes readers beyond the headlines with articles written and edited by professional historians.
—Time, 16 Sep. 2025
Like our world, 2025 PN7 takes one year to complete an orbit around the sun.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
As a fabricator, the W&W takes steel -- like the kind manufactured at Big River in Osceola -- and turns it into structural steel for construction.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2025
Yes, the miniature digital camera takes photos and videos.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Bumping rights occur when an employee with more seniority takes the job of an employee with less seniority during layoffs.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
What unites these companies is a commitment to improving grid resiliency, though each takes a radically different approach to battery chemistry.
—Anna Broughel, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
Kirk was known for cofounding the conservative organization Turning Point USA and for his controversial takes, which were considered misogynistic, xenophobic, and racist by some.
—Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Gagné used gear, including a gimbal, Steadicam and even a motion control system to shoot the sequence which in the end were stitched together 10 long takes that were stitched together.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 7 Sep. 2025
Sadly, social media rewards these sensationalist takes which are designed to provoke engagement — often for financial reward.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Time crunches led the team of four — including production assistant Chaandmon Croft — to streamline the pilot process so other departments could quickly work with material amassed between takes that could start and restart from various points in a song.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
But there were also unexpected bonuses to writing between takes.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Both Osbourne and Motörhead recorded their own takes, and years later, Osbourne and Lemmy even issued a joint version.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Those are sensible takes, not only for preserving the Fed’s credibility but also protecting the personal lives of everyone working there.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
Indeed, because of their own feelings as themselves, not their characters, Cumberbatch and Colman made a point of looking after each other on set between takes.
—EW.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for takes
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Unrivaled, the women’s 3-on-3 basketball league founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, holds less than 900 fans at the league’s Wayfair Arena home near Miami.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Zhmo Canvas Tote Bag Finding a work bag that checks every box—fits your laptop, holds your lunch and water bottle, keeps things organized, and still looks stylish—is no small feat.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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The aforementioned head also has lights, with batteries included, and a tiny switch behind the neck.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The newspaper reported at the time that Zinn has a criminal record dating back to 1989 that includes dozens of convictions for petty crimes such as criminal trespass, theft of services, interfering with a police officer and disturbing the peace.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Now the actor gets texts from people like his co-star, Harrison Ford.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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From baking cookies to roasting chicken, your oven gets a lot of use during the week.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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However, the suspension of the de minimis rule now means that lower value shipments will now be subject to an additional 10% to 50% levy that coincides with the tariff rate of the country of origin, or a flat rate of $80 to $200, depending on which option the seller chooses.—
Rhett Buttle,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Whichever variation of back four Guardiola chooses, none of them look like keeping a clean sheet at the moment.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Since leases are a specific transaction where the dealer buys the vehicle, marketing incentives from the OEM may be necessary to address the marketability of slower moving vehicles.—
Hughey Newsome,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some states limit gun purchases If someone buys two or more handguns at the same time or within five consecutive business days, the ATF requires that firearms licensees report to them with a multiple sales record.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That requires humans to choose regeneration over extraction.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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However, the infrastructure costs are enormous, since maglev requires entirely new guideways, rather than upgrading existing tracks.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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The deposition will further be conducted at a date and time that is convenient for Williams and that accommodates her medical condition, including sufficient breaks and spanning no more than three days.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
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On top of that, a gallery rail system easily accommodates different frame sizes, shapes, weights, and thicknesses, which allows for ultra-layered, completely unique arrangements.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
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Technology works, but scaling it to a level that meaningfully impacts global emissions is an entirely different challenge.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Otherwise, the oil works as a specialized scalp treatment, too, or to provide nourishment during protective styling.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Takes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takes. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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