as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
had never seen such a taking city as Venice
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as in holding
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 having
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
will you take that call? took a cut in pay
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as in getting
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 selecting
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 buying
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 requiring
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 accommodating
to make or have room for
I think we can take two more in this elevator
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as in working
to produce a desired effect
it will be a few hours before this medication takes
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as in standing
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 believing
to regard as right or true
I think we can take his word for it
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as in defeating
to achieve a victory over
I know we can take that team
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as in managing
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
let's take each problem separately
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as in receiving
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 destroying
to deprive of life
I never thought heart disease would take such an athletic and health-conscious person
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Recent Examples of taking
James Peckham, PC Magazine, 15 Apr. 2026
Now, the junior midfielder is taking her game to another level.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Visit Pittsburgh suggests using parking apps such as Park PGH and Go Mobile PGH or taking public transportation.
—Jennifer Borrasso, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
At first glance Hathaway, who won an Oscar for her heartfelt musical performance in Les Misérables, is still not my idea of the kind of risk-taking music superstar who can command arenas full of adoring fans.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
Rhyne did not advocate for taking money from the state’s $625 million school voucher program to fund public schools.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
More residents commented before the City Council unanimously approved it, and began taking comments on the rezoning and future land use requests for the land parcel.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Australian law defines war crime murder as the intentional killing in a context of armed conflict of a person who is not taking an active part in the hostilities, such as a civilian, prisoner of war or a wounded soldier.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Both asking for a raise and taking the mic at karaoke night require a lot of courage, so Mars and Uranus are here to help!
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
Spotify is also taking the opportunity to introduce a new chart in the US that shows the best kids' and family stories to listen to.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 15 Apr. 2026
Now, the junior midfielder is taking her game to another level.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Visit Pittsburgh suggests using parking apps such as Park PGH and Go Mobile PGH or taking public transportation.
—Jennifer Borrasso, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
At first glance Hathaway, who won an Oscar for her heartfelt musical performance in Les Misérables, is still not my idea of the kind of risk-taking music superstar who can command arenas full of adoring fans.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
Rhyne did not advocate for taking money from the state’s $625 million school voucher program to fund public schools.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
More residents commented before the City Council unanimously approved it, and began taking comments on the rezoning and future land use requests for the land parcel.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Australian law defines war crime murder as the intentional killing in a context of armed conflict of a person who is not taking an active part in the hostilities, such as a civilian, prisoner of war or a wounded soldier.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Both asking for a raise and taking the mic at karaoke night require a lot of courage, so Mars and Uranus are here to help!
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taking
Adjective
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The home run was a beautiful swing down in the zone.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Expect glitzy bars and eateries, often with tray ceilings that light up in beautiful hues at nightfall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Three San Diego police officers who fatally shot a man holding what appeared to be a real gun during a 2022 standoff have been cleared of any criminal liability, the California Department of Justice said Friday, but state investigators recommended a few policy changes for the department.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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The truce appeared to be largely holding overnight.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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For myself, having a Wrangler is the perfect vehicle to just drive these desolate roads.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Start by having one of these conversations with your partner.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Best Amazon Garden and Outdoor Deals Embrace the warmer weather by getting your outdoor space situated.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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The first is that the élite obsession with shaping national politics, and with getting candidates elected, is a distraction.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Franciscan Alliance is in the process of selecting an administrative staff of physicians and experienced medical school leaders to complete the planning process.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Blaney also ruled that the recorder’s office is responsible for overseeing in-person early voting, among other duties, while the board is responsible for other operations, such as selecting Election Day voting locations, supplying polling locations and hiring poll workers.—
Josh Kelety,
Twin Cities,
17 Apr. 2026
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This one was done by McCartney and Watt over in England, on a four-track machine that the star rescued from Abbey Road, buying it at a time when Thorn Electrical had taken over the studio and was cavalierly selling off the classic equipment and instruments, to his great chagrin.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
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Bollinger's amendments included requiring the authority to receive Quorum Court approval by resolution before exercising eminent domain in Benton County.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2026
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This, and the hospital’s security, had been a point of contention in recent years after a number of assaults on staff and forensic patients (usually kept there through the courts) escaping the hospital grounds, requiring a police response.—
Peter Currier,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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Refreshers can be ordered in both still and sparkling versions, accommodating afternoons that could use a bit of effervescence.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Tedros said the evacuation zone also includes a Health Ministry complex where five shelters are accommodating more than 5,000 people.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Taking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taking. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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