take up

Example Sentences

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The problem with using standard electrical equipment for new data centers is that it’s inefficient, and is starting to take up too much space inside the buildings.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

There is currently no vaccine for this species and the World Health Organisation has said it could take up to nine months for a jab to be ready.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"There is more money going in, but I take up your challenge that there needs to be more of a dedicated focus," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Spencer Pratt is an unusual candidate who has been able to take up a lot of oxygen in the race.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

You mean those big grandfather cars that take up two lanes?

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na