took down
Example Sentences
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This week, she took down the Platner sign in their yard.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Remember it was Asia’s financial turmoil that ultimately took down Swissair in 2001.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Trump later took down the post, saying that he thought it was meant to show him as a doctor.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Despite being outnumbered, Williams took down four of the jet fighters as his plane was hit more than 260 times and he was severely injured.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
A coughing fit took down the top team in the country.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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