what it takes
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"It was a cathartic moment for the islanders. Testament not just to Sergei and Tszman, but to the island itself and what it takes to live on an island like that."
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
And it seems like he decided this is what it takes.
From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026
Here’s what it takes to survive another year of Little League these days.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
“Effort is what it takes to win in March,” Freeny said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
But he’ll send me to school if that’s what it takes to keep the authorities out of his hair.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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