take down

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Traditionally, court reporters have used 22-key steno machines to rapidly take down every word said by lawyers, judges and anyone else who speaks on the record during an official proceeding.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

The goal is to bolster security systems across the government and private sector so that advanced quantum hackers can’t take down critical infrastructure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

In 2010, the judge granted a permanent injunction, requiring, among other things, that the farm stop selling raw milk beyond California and take down any statements promoting its health benefits.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

She believes they should take down first, for 24 hours, pending review, and investigate after.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

I take down my hair and arrange it in an approximation of the rough braid that the girls in Balekin’s house wore.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black