take back

Example Sentences

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“If we're having a coffee… I can't give him anything that he can take back to Chelsea and use against me”.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

But now another type of parenting style is emerging—one where more laissez-faire rules apply and mothers take back some time for themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

During the sentencing, Judge Jessica Peterson offered an optimistic message to those whom Chasing Horse abused, and those who supported them in court, noting “you can take back your power.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

The main Leave campaign ahead of the Brexit vote, a decade ago now, promised the UK would "take back control" from Brussels.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“Maybe they’re going to take back Trenton,” he said.

From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi