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take-charge

[teyk-chahrj] / ˈteɪkˈtʃɑrdʒ /








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This time, Disney has entrusted a take-charge outsider to oversee its CEO transition, which is expected to unfold in the coming weeks.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 20, 2026

Some have photos of the candidate in a cross-armed, take-charge pose.

From Washington Post Nov. 7, 2022

The Mariners would like to see Kelenic become more of a take-charge guy in center field.

From Seattle Times Mar. 17, 2022

For Maurice Watkins, a 28-year-old music teacher in Maryland, Janine’s take-charge approach was laughably familiar.

From New York Times Feb. 3, 2022

“This way,” I say, using my take-charge voice.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina




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