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(clausal, followed by for or about) Placing an emphasis of concern, interest or importance on someone or something
Consuming, especially an illicit substance
Present participle for to go or move towards something, or in a given direction
“The young man's desperate act of defiance prompted inhabitants to take to the streets to demand change.”
Present participle for to begin, or fall into, the habit of
“It has been observed that some children take to the habit of smoking and drinking practiced by their parents, siblings and friends while others do not.”
Present participle for to (begin to) take pleasure or satisfaction in, or from something
“Olajuwon was asked to play basketball at the University of Houston, where he began to take to the game of basketball.”
Present participle for to develop an ability or aptitude for a given skill
“What amazes me is how quickly they take to caring for an elderly person who has to be cleaned, dressed, and sorted out.”
Present participle for to develop a good relationship with
“Geese do not take to each other readily like fowls, turkey and duck.”
Present participle for to have great affection for
Present participle for to acquire something, usually over a period of time
Present participle for to form a close relationship with someone
Present participle for to prefer, desire, or choose to have something
Present participle for to accept, support, or take on as one's own (an idea or a cause)
Present participle for to get, or make, accustomed to a given condition or situation
Present participle for to take great pleasure or satisfaction in something
Present participle for to hold and perform the expected duties of (a post or role)
Present participle for to be naturally friendly or get on well with a given person or group
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