1
as in tricks
to cause to believe what is untrue
a fellow passenger on the cruise completely took me in when he claimed to be the owner of a major software company
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2
as in includes
to have as part of a whole
this report takes in all the latest information on the subject
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3
as in houses
to provide with living quarters or shelter
took in the stray dog
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The Spring Cyber Week Sale, which has sitewide savings and runs through March 24, includes 140,000 quilt and comforter deals to transform your bedroom into a luxe sleeping space.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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The Vera Bradley design includes a bright and vibrant floral pattern on one side and a more subtle blue embroidery on the other.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
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But the problem, experts say, is that sewage today contains a host of chemicals, including PFAS, generated by businesses, factories and homes.—
Hiroko Tabuchi,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
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Products, like Latisse—which contains an ingredient called Prostaglandin—were specially formulated to help lashes grow long.—
Lorena Meouchi,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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The cabin accommodates up to six operators seated on shock-absorbing seats and two crew members at the forward control console.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2025
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With rates starting at $40,000 per night and a two-night minimum stay, the resort accommodates up to 22 guests across three bungalows.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Consider Alternative Work Arrangements Another valuable perspective shift involves reconsidering what constitutes meaningful work.—
Cynthia Pong, JD,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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This kind of financial mindset involves trust — in yourself, in your systems, and most importantly, in your ability to adapt if or when your financial circumstances change.—
Judy Lagrou,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2025
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The Western Hemisphere encompasses a vast region stretching from Cape Horn at the southern end of the South American continent through to the Caribbean, Central America, the United States, Canada and Greenland.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The five-mile-long mountain ridge that encompasses Mount Yoshino is said to be covered by about 30,000 cherry trees—the oldest of which is thought to have been planted more than 1,300 years ago.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Takes in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takes%20in. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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