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To have accepted
To have derived from
To have dealt with a matter or issue
To have acquired something, usually over a period of time
“The newly arrived residents were eager to take on the language and culture of their adopted homeland.”
Past tense for to confront or come up against
“Nadal will take on his old rival, and friend, Federer in the final of the tournament.”
Past tense for to stand up to
“The reporter would decide to take on the senator for his controversial comments.”
Past tense for to hire (somebody) for work or a job
“Management has decided to take on at least three new staff members to cope with the increased workload.”
Past tense for to accept responsibility for (doing) something
“He has agreed to take on the task of getting himself into shape.”
Past tense for to adopt a feigned quality or manner
“He's somewhat of a chameleon who can take on a variety of guises.”
(British, informal) Past tense for to become very upset, especially needlessly
“Don't take on so. Everything will all turn out fine in the end.”
Past tense for to confront or come up against
Past tense for to accept a challenge
Past tense for to oppose, or be opposed to, something
Past tense for to engage in conflict
Past tense for to rise in opposition
Past tense for to be aware of the meaning of
Past tense for to be about
Past tense for to attempt (something)
Past tense for to incorporate into one's schedule
Past tense for to assign officially to a job or position
Past tense for to engage in forceful or violent confrontations
Past tense for to accept something willingly or gladly
Past tense for to make an arrangement or preparation
Past tense for to operate a device or machinery
Past tense for to sign (someone) up for a job or task
Past tense for to attack or confront someone or a group that is en route to a destination
Past tense for to express one's opposition to or disagreement with something
Past tense for to engage in competition to attain a position or prize
Past tense for to criticize or oppose fiercely and publicly
Past tense for to admit formally into an office, rank or position
Past tense for to appropriate or lay claim to something for oneself without right
Past tense for to make a false show or pretense of
Past tense for to assume a role or position once occupied by someone else
Past tense for to admit, enroll or welcome into a place or a group
(of troops) Past tense for to suddenly attack and capture (a building or other place) by means of force
Past tense for to pick up or fetch something
Past tense for to express a different opinion
Past tense for to believe as valid or correct
Past tense for to attach or append to something
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