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takedown

[tayk-daun] / ˈteɪkˌdaʊn /




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If someone makes the Sailor Slippers, you can talk to them about how the original creator filed a copyright takedown against a designer who adapted the pattern for crochet.

From Slate ● Oct. 11, 2026

Treasury’s auction of two-year notes on Tuesday might face headwinds, making concessions necessary for a solid takedown, J.P.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

The Brazilian scored an early takedown and sought to keep the champion on the mat, attempting to turn the fight into a grappling and ground-and-pound battle.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026

Their pack is still brutish, highlighted by a punishing takedown of rivals Northampton Saints last month.

From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026

Complete takedown of Trey, my brother, King of the Basketball Court.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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