take to be

Example Sentences

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This otherwise unremarkable pothole, which emerged from the crumbling ruins of a previous patch-up job, pre-dates that initiative, but how long would it take to be noticed, reported and fixed?

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Always check to see if there is a match your company offers and how long it will take to be fully vested, if applicable.

From Slate • Sep. 26, 2023

It’s not clear how long the process of selling will take to be finalized by the NBA’s Board of Governors.

From Washington Times • Jun. 16, 2023

What does it take to be a dialect coach?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2023

It seemed like a nightmare where everything you take to be the rock-hard, solid basis for reality becomes unreal.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep