take back

Example Sentences

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"If they take back Timbuktu and the other towns, I can go home."

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

But now another type of parenting style is emerging—one where more laissez-faire rules apply and mothers take back some time for themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

During the sentencing, Judge Jessica Peterson offered an optimistic message to those whom Chasing Horse abused, and those who supported them in court, noting “you can take back your power.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

In addition, as part of the new agreement, the district agreed to rescind more than 200 layoffs and is being pressed to take back more.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Given our custom, my father was forbidden to take back what he’d given away.

From "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba