took in

past tense of take in
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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for took in
Verb
  • Boeing previously admitted that two of its 737 MAX flight technical pilots deceived the Federal Aviation Administration’s aircraft evaluation group about an aircraft part known as MCAS that affected the flight control system of the Boeing 737 MAX.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2025
  • While many followers recognized the scam early on, some were deceived and suffered financial loss.
    Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The drugs included protonitazene and metonitazene, two synthetic opioids with respective potencies of 100 and 200 times more powerful than morphine, court documents say.
    David Ferrara, The Enquirer, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Best Hotels & Resorts The Leland House The Leland House is a stylish luxury boutique housed in a 1927 residence.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Rx Pizza, housed in a former pharmacy, still showcases much of its historic character while offering inventive pies that go far beyond the basics.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • According to Noguera, Naso tricked Lambson by posing as a photographer for the Oakland A's, arranging to meet her at Fisherman's Wharf before driving her to Mount Tam, where her body was later discovered.
    Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
  • Tech support scams in which consumers are tricked by scammers into believing there is a problem with their computers that require the expensive services of scammers posing as customer support employees for the major tech companies constitute a major problem.
    Steve Weisman, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Those involved in the parade rolled by in a colorful blur on roller skates, performed flag dances and wielded bubble makers.
    Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Unless stated, our reporters have spoken to more than one person briefed on each deal before offering the clubs involved the opportunity to comment.
    James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • There were no injuries reported, and passengers were accommodated on alternative flights.
    Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Where Mosquito Supper Club is a five-course $135 prix fixe menu, Saint Claire’s concise menu, served on lovely, mismatched china, is à la carte for parties of six and under, with larger parties accommodated on a case-by-case basis.
    Beth D'Addono, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • After driving his team to the 1-yard line, Fields fooled the entire Steelers defense on a fourth down, faking a handoff and then high-stepping into the end zone untouched to take a 32-31 lead.
    Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
  • And don’t be fooled by their small size — these dishes hold a surprising amount of food.
    Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The fire is yet to be contained.
    Julia Gomez, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Took in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/took%20in. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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