take up
Example Sentences
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Marc Guehi: The centre-back had to take up some risky positions as England pressed man for man all over the pitch.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
Because microbes continuously take up, transform, and release nutrients, this form of phosphorus can offer insight into the biologically active portion of the soil phosphorus cycle.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026
Dogs need walks, sure, but they arguably take up less time than a young child when you’re trying to work from home.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
A complete report on the incident is expected to take up to 18 months to be completed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
But that’s something the Fern who doesn’t take up space would do.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
