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take after

VERB
emulate
Synonyms
WEAK
act like be like copy ditto do like follow follow in the footsteps of follow suit follow the example of imitate inherit look like make like mimic mirror pattern after rival

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Trump could use part of the speech to outline the next steps the White House will take after the Supreme Court loss.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

Among the other stars was Ally McCoist, and we were treated to take after take of attempted overhead kicks on a long but entertaining afternoon.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

OK, sure, but I did a double take after learning that the final production took place in July 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

Andrea claims Mr Scott gave her antibiotics to take after her first breast filler procedure in December 2021.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2025

“How long did it take after your first dose to feel the effects?” asked Farooqi.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein