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as in held
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 had
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
will you take that call? took a cut in pay
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as in got
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 chose
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 bought
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 needed
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 stood
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 believed
to regard as right or true
I think we can take his word for it
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as in defeated
to achieve a victory over
I know we can take that team
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as in managed
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
let's take each problem separately
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as in received
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 killed
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 took
Chaminade took an 11-10 lead in the top of the ninth on an RBI single by Siena Greenlinger.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, on Wednesday evening, Carr posted a riposte to a commenter on X who took aim at the FCC chief.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
After a search of the area, police located both suspects, who police said are teenagers, hiding nearby and took both into custody.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
In 1945, as Soviet troops approached his Berlin bunker, Adolf Hitler took his own life, as did Eva Braun, whom Hitler married the previous day.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
That’s basically what took place here.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
On Wednesday, deputies arrived at his Southwest Miami-Dade County home and took him into custody.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Nader took the diamond and placed it in an armband along with the famed Timur Ruby, according to the Smithsonian Institution.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
The Broncos’ brass, of course, all took their seats in the war room for the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday night.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, on Wednesday evening, Carr posted a riposte to a commenter on X who took aim at the FCC chief.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
After a search of the area, police located both suspects, who police said are teenagers, hiding nearby and took both into custody.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
In 1945, as Soviet troops approached his Berlin bunker, Adolf Hitler took his own life, as did Eva Braun, whom Hitler married the previous day.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
That’s basically what took place here.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
On Wednesday, deputies arrived at his Southwest Miami-Dade County home and took him into custody.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Nader took the diamond and placed it in an armband along with the famed Timur Ruby, according to the Smithsonian Institution.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
The Broncos’ brass, of course, all took their seats in the war room for the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday night.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for took
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
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The Lions had 42 varsity players this year, including 22 girls.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The junior right-hander finally had some breathing room.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Luke Kornet got the Game 3 start against the Trail Blazers in Wembanyama’s absence, finishing with 14 points and 10 rebounds.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Onyemata was one of the free-agent signings the Jets got the most praise for — a rock-solid veteran defensive tackle who can help in both the run and pass game.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Zachary Schermele On the heels of a frightening shooting over the weekend, the royal address seemed to bring Washington together in a moment of relative unity at a time when it was needed.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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That was the only offense Noone needed.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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And that’s why there was a minor case of hysteria when Hillsborough County officials recently suggested the team’s June 1 deadline of finalizing the agreement would not likely be accommodated.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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The representative did not share any details as to whether or not passengers were accommodated with other travel arrangements.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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In conclusion, the owner had only care and compassion for everyone who worked for him, and the baristas would be willing to testify to this.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Scott Dochterman Dane Brugler’s analysis A four-year starter, Zuhn worked primarily at left tackle in former offensive coordinator Collin Klein’s balanced scheme.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Alberts did not say it, but all signs point to the team moving to Plano for a new development where Willow Bend Mall was once stood.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Sheridan Road Holiday Club opened as a second location in 2001, but has stood alone for most of its history.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Sixers’ Nick Nurse is widely believed to be under pressure too, meaning Sunday’s loss to Boston, which put them in a 3-1 hole, qualifies as a step in the wrong direction.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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He is believed to have acted alone and is set to face criminal charges on Monday.—
Eric Tucker,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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