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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
The protesters took a violent turn at several points during that week.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
In total, the design process took three years to complete with collaboration from several researchers and engineers.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Feb. 2026
The move is already a win on the cap sheet for the Knicks front office, who took a risk using its mid-level exception to sign the 2024 Paris Olympics standout, only to watch the investment in Yabusele almost immediately backfire entering the season.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
After a handful of appearances in 2024, Leiter, 25, took a big step forward in 2025.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Hernandez took the stand during her trial, detailing how the casual office visit escalated — and ended with her in handcuffs.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Seven out of every ten competitors took ibuprofen before and/or mid-race to reduce pain and swelling, Nieman and his team found.
—Dan England, Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
Two days after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minnesota reportedly tackled a home caregiver from sub-Saharan Africa to the snowy pavement and took her away in a van, a close friend made the 1,400-mile journey to a controversial Texas detention facility where she’s being held.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
At one point, the stock was up 4% after hours, but then the sellers took a slice.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
In total, the design process took three years to complete with collaboration from several researchers and engineers.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Feb. 2026
The move is already a win on the cap sheet for the Knicks front office, who took a risk using its mid-level exception to sign the 2024 Paris Olympics standout, only to watch the investment in Yabusele almost immediately backfire entering the season.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
After a handful of appearances in 2024, Leiter, 25, took a big step forward in 2025.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Hernandez took the stand during her trial, detailing how the casual office visit escalated — and ended with her in handcuffs.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Seven out of every ten competitors took ibuprofen before and/or mid-race to reduce pain and swelling, Nieman and his team found.
—Dan England, Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
Two days after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minnesota reportedly tackled a home caregiver from sub-Saharan Africa to the snowy pavement and took her away in a van, a close friend made the 1,400-mile journey to a controversial Texas detention facility where she’s being held.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
At one point, the stock was up 4% after hours, but then the sellers took a slice.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 30 Jan. 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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Freshman guard Meleek Thomas added 20 points and had three steals.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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All were known to have had ties to Epstein, but the new files have provided more details on their relationships and dealings with the late money manager.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Clegg said judges got creative to attract attorneys.—
Raynee Howell,
Oklahoma Watch,
9 Feb. 2026
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The United States certainly got a favorable group to ease into this tournament.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The all-important churn needed for a healthy labor market has slowed considerably, and there are more people searching for jobs than are available.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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As a result, James won’t be able to hit the 65-game minimum needed to be considered for league awards, as per the collective bargaining agreement.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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That request was made 10 years ago and was cheerfully accommodated.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The airport is now planning to use the 13-acre swath of land that once accommodated rentals cars for a massive parking expansion to add another 2,000 spaces.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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More famously, Sven Marquardt, worked as a selector for Berghain for almost two decades.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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The move to Connecticut came later, and Bessette also worked throughout her teen-age years.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
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The two children stood to inherit $5 million apiece from him, according to Reuters.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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As Christian sang, Brown stood nearby, visibly emotional, watching his son take centre stage.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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Priestesses once kept a sacred flame burning there day and night, believed to represent the life force of the city.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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In another universe, McCrae could have been played by Sigourney Weaver, but Disney's head of casting believed her unusual name could make life awkward for the film's marketing department.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Took.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/took. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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