what it takes
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Other kinds of power-producers may not have what it takes to meet the moment.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
The third seed is the only man left who knows what it takes to win a major and will be drawing on all that vast experience.
From BBC • May 28, 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
Sliding over to make room for her in the bucket seat, Jack says, “Just do what it takes to get those hours over with, right?”
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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