take the time
idiom
: to make an effort (to do something) : to attempt
They never took the time to get to know her.
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For necessary expenses like travel, take the time to shop around.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Nov. 2024
Rather than trying to present a one-size-fits-all solution, take the time to truly understand their goals and needs, and then collaborate to determine which actions would turn those goals into reality.
—Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Why wouldn’t the owner take the time to up-light the friezes?
—Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
There's no gemstone or specific anniversary gift for 300, but the best gift of all is from listeners who take the time to tune in.
—Sharon Coolidge, The Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2024
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Nov. 2024
Rather than trying to present a one-size-fits-all solution, take the time to truly understand their goals and needs, and then collaborate to determine which actions would turn those goals into reality.
—Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Why wouldn’t the owner take the time to up-light the friezes?
—Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
There's no gemstone or specific anniversary gift for 300, but the best gift of all is from listeners who take the time to tune in.
—Sharon Coolidge, The Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for take the time
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“Take the time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20the%20time. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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