took (away)

Definition of took (away)next
past tense of take (away)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for took (away)
Verb
  • Social workers will give the suitcases to children who are removed from home or moved from place to place, kids who travel on field trips, or reunite with family.
    Sharon Chin, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
  • He was removed by federal agents, who made entry into the residence and took the person to an ambulance.
    Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The Cubs reached the playoffs for the first time since 2020 before getting eliminated by Milwaukee in a five-game Division Series.
    CBS News, CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
  • His semifinal pick was his last chance at a win as his national champion (Georgia) has already been eliminated.
    American-Statesman staff, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
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“Took (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/took%20%28away%29. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.

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