what it takes
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Saudi Arabia, by far the cartel's most influential member, "is going to do what it takes to stop anyone else from leaving," Falakshahi predicted.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
What do audiences underestimate or misunderstand about what it takes to make a comedy?
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
That’s about what it takes to keep an airline fueled under normal circumstances.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
And we can’t keep thinking that our SEO team understands what it takes for AEO and GEO in the same way that they’re experts in SEO.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
It’s the policy enforced by every editor and composition instructor, and you should understand what it takes to please them.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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