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take

[teyk] / teɪk /
















VERB
contract, catch
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


Example Sentences

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But I actually hope I don’t take myself seriously, very seriously.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In a perfect world, you’d be able to take a helicopter from your home straight to Sofi Stadium during the World Cup.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Ahmed: Honestly, every time I’m mistaken for Dev Patel, I’ll take the flowers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

It would take some effort, or at least serious inattention, to kill it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The air in the kitchen is suddenly thick and difficult to take in.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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