taking up
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Though it grew rapidly in the early 2020s, the chain began to face challenges after taking up to $500 million in cash or loans from private equity firms, Bloomberg reported.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
Bozell was first summoned by the government in March, just three weeks after taking up his post, after comments over the same issue.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
And for them, that might be easier, since they don’t have the same memories of the items that are taking up space.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026
"Throughout Scotland's cities, we have seen development after development spring up, taking up space that could be used for much-needed social housing."
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
It will always happen that he who is not your friend will request your neutrality, and he who is your friend will ask you to disclose your intentions by taking up arms.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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