taking up
Example Sentences
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He’s not the only one from the 1989 team taking up the challenge.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
In Rehoboth Beach, Del., Beach patrol captain Jeff Giles said the shades were simply taking up too much space on the town’s relatively narrow swaths of sand.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
The actor set up quite the sweet space for himself near the show’s sets, taking up residence in the 3,425-square-foot dwelling, which was newly built when he moved in.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
However, the New Zealander, who is yet to taste defeat since taking up the role in late 2023, is not one to rest on his laurels.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
On the floor and taking up practically the entire room is a robotics setup.
From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner
