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take

[teyk] / teɪk /
















VERB
contract, catch
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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Around the same time, Jeffrey Ashe, an American sociologist, began studying so-called solidarity groups in El Salvador, where, similar to Grameen Bank’s early efforts, five borrowers collectively take out loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

McKenna has been linked with the Fulham job but said his departure from Portman Road is because of his desire to take a break from the game and spend more time with his family.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He’s still largely bullish, citing solid earnings prospects, resilient consumer spending and reasonably modest credit spreads, but isn’t ready to take his eye off the screen just yet.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The payoff for that bet will likely take a while to be realized.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Because of the discovery of ether anesthesia, the doctors in the Ether Dome can take their time operating.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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