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NOUN
takeover bid
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This allows them to return faster than many competing plants and take over even more territory.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

Changing treatments early could make it harder for any one resistant group of cancer cells to take over.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

Reports surfaced that Sony and Alamo Drafthouse, the theater chain owned by the company, have been in talks to take over operation of the venue.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

A subsidiary of Mavis is expected to take over the business from a subsidiary of Icahn Enterprises, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

Larisa wouldn’t let her take over the control stick—Vera had to fight her for it.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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