take back

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“House of the Dragon” Season 3 will see Rhaenyra Targaryen take back King’s Landing — but the war is far from over.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

"We have, I think, convinced all of the provinces to take back some of our products, and we're on the road to recovery."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"If they take back Timbuktu and the other towns, I can go home."

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

After her divorce, she hired a new adviser—a woman—who helped her take back control of her financial life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“Now, I’ve offended him. Well, if it does him good, I’m glad, if it makes him hate me, I’m sorry, but it’s true, and I can’t take back a word of it.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott