took in
Example Sentences
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Over the years, he took in troubled boys to work on the farm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
Last year, zoo officials took in a trio of 3-month-old cubs, Fern, Thistle, and Spruce, after their mom was struck and killed by a car.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
"We believe this network took in tens of millions of dollars over its decade-long operation."
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
At the point the light became muted and subdued, and the noise from the crowd softened as they took in the spectacle.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
Pita took in a sharp breath at Abuelita’s touch.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
