Present participle for to require a comparatively long period of time to do or achieve something
“Even if the subscriptions cover the costs, it will take time to build the necessary cash reserves to pay for production.”
Present participle for to volunteer to spend one's time (for a purpose or beneficiary)
“I called her on the phone and no matter how late, she would always take time to talk to me about my problems.”
Present participle for to take more time to do something than is considered acceptable
“So he would just take his time and make the change at the last minute, while the final call was being given.”
Present participle for to go about something slowly and carefully or at one's own pace
“A lot can be decided in those first few moments, so it's best to take one's time.”
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