Definitions

take on

VERB

assume, accept

Synonyms

WEAK

acquire add address oneself to adopt agree to do annex append attempt become begin come to have commence develop embrace employ endeavor engage enlist enroll espouse handle have a go at hire launch put on retain set about tackle take in hand take up take upon oneself try turn undertake venture

Antonyms

WEAK

refuse reject

VERB

compete

Synonyms

WEAK

attack battle contend contest encounter engage face face off fight match meet oppose pit vie

Antonyms

WEAK

refuse reject

VERB

challenge, oppose

Synonyms

WEAK

brave buck call out confront dare defy denounce dispute face-off go eyeball to eyeball with go one on one with go toe to toe with go up against hang in insist upon investigate invite competition make a stand object to question stand up to throw down the gauntlet

Antonyms

WEAK

refuse reject

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take on

Our culture is surely strong enough to survive his distinctive take on one of its canons.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026

One result is the great financial sacrifice exacted on family members who do take on caregiving roles, not only while they fill this role but thereafter, as well.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026

Southern Brave take on MI London in Southampton in Monday's double header.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

Generously sized and steered toward realism, the director’s take on Odysseus is epically satisfying, even if it skimps on the character’s ego and lust.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026

“You sure you’re ready to take on Fran’s hill?” he asks.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

take on

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