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as in to employ
to provide with a paying job
decided to take her on as store manager
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as in to borrow
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
recently arrived immigrants who are eager to take on the language and culture of their adopted homeland
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Recent Examples of take on
The Innocence Project of Tennessee took on Minton’s case, and a judge vacated his conviction after a Dec. 10 hearing in which experts contested the legitimacy of Minton’s confession and the woman’s identification of him.
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Olivia Lloyd, Charlotte Observer, 24 Jan. 2025
Palisades will also be taking on Birmingham in a wrestling match for boys and girls at Birmingham at 3 p.m.
St. Francis also had families who lost homes in the Eaton fire.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
This is a highly focused take on the design, with blued hands and a subtle mix of finishes that define the subdials.
—Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025
These inner struggles have taken on a whole new meaning since last year.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 24 Jan. 2025
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Olivia Lloyd, Charlotte Observer, 24 Jan. 2025
Palisades will also be taking on Birmingham in a wrestling match for boys and girls at Birmingham at 3 p.m.
St. Francis also had families who lost homes in the Eaton fire.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
This is a highly focused take on the design, with blued hands and a subtle mix of finishes that define the subdials.
—Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025
These inner struggles have taken on a whole new meaning since last year.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for take on
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Nuñez met with Colombian government officials to identify future collaborations.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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The Gary & Mary West Senior Wellness Center is a local San Diego organization that helps meet the basic needs of seniors living in downtown San Diego.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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Over the years, scammers have learned and employed increasingly sophisticated tactics to make people more vulnerable through and urgency.—
Thomas Westerholm,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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With Latinos accounting for 85% of individuals employed in such roles in Los Angeles County, the wildfires and subsequent destruction have been especially disruptive, the report said.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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Guests who lost their homes borrowed suits and shoes for the couple’s wedding.—
Tammy LaGorce,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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These include lending, borrowing, and yield generation, to name a few.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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And with six new drivers between the ages of 18 and 23 joining the series, along with four others jumping teams, half the grid is facing a beginner’s pressure to perform.—
Brad Spurgeon,
Robb Report,
28 Jan. 2025
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In combating the Vela project, Bothwell has linked with like-minded organizations across the state facing similar struggles, such as Wake Up California and Livable California.—
Steven Mihailovich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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He’s also brought in nearly the same overall from the other cities and counties that subsequently hired him.—
Ben Wieder,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Detailed policy and hiring programs had been negotiated and assembled.—
Benjamin Wallace-Wells,
The New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2025
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If adopted, the legislative changes — pushed by House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton — would render DeSantis virtually powerless over immigration enforcement in Florida.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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The preserve was adopting an approach that is understood to make for a more resilient ecosystem: reintroducing fire to a landscape that hadn’t been allowed to burn in centuries.—
M. R. O’Connor,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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Things get hairy when Patel’s Darcy encounters a mysterious young rabbit trapper in the woods.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Horford long ago learned the frustration so many Eastern Conference players encountered when trying to knock off one of James’ teams.—
Jay King,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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To solve the murder, Wolff must recruit the help of his estranged but highly lethal brother Brax.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Jan. 2025
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Most recently, in the wake of the deadly Los Angeles County wildfires, Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley came under attack for her focus on DEI efforts in the department including recruiting a more diverse force.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN,
22 Jan. 2025
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