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To have dispossessed someone of something
Past tense for to take possession of
“A few vagrants would take over our property while we were away.”
Past tense for to take control of
“He would take over ownership of the business following the retirement of his father.”
Past tense for to serve as a (temporary) replacement for
“I will take over until such time as you are feeling better again.”
Past tense for to annex territory through conquest or invasion
“Ancient civilizations were known to conduct expeditions to take over foreign lands.”
Past tense for to become more successful (than someone or something else)
“He was determined to take over his predecessor as the company's top salesman.”
Past tense for to bring or transport toward somebody or somewhere
“We need to take the car over to the garage to get it repaired.”
Made public
(of a meeting or seminar) Past tense for to manage or preside over
Past tense for to assume control or responsibility
Past tense for to loot, plunder or invade by force
Past tense for to be preoccupied with a single topic or emotion
Past tense for to hold exclusive control of a market or supply
Past tense for gain as possession from someone's death
(succeed to) Past tense for to become the new rightful holder of an office, title, or property
Past tense for to take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner
Preyed on your mind
Past tense for to assimilate in order to take over or appropriate
Past tense for to enter (a place, situation, or sphere of activity) in large numbers, especially with intrusive effect
Past tense for to affect strongly
Past tense for to ingest or consume, especially food or drink)
Past tense for supersede and replace
Past tense for remove from position of responsibility
Past tense for to assume or take responsibility (of a role, position or responsibility)
Past tense for to have power and influence over
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