take a seat
Example Sentences
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“I’m going to need everyone in the theater to take a seat right over there.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Trump put White House economist Miran on the board in September to take a seat with a 14-year term expiring Jan. 31.
From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026
When I had initially learned from the show’s publicist that the performance was specially designated, I offered to come at another time, not wanting to take a seat from a community member.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2025
Unless, of course, you choose to take a seat and stay a while.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2025
A black earthenware pot of tea steamed there, and Sister Ailan gestured to Taisin to take a seat while she poured the tea.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
