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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
please take up the blanket so I can look underneath it
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as in to borrow
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
one cluster of fans started chanting the team name of the champions, and the crowd quickly took up the cry
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Recent Examples of take up
But Gray seems to have felt that further refinements would take up too much of his time.
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Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 18 May 2025
Alliums also take up minimal space and are easy to slip in between watermelon vines.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
Torres recalled how her slain sibling had been dating someone else before taking up with the new boyfriend — with Lisette’s life then falling to pieces over the course of a few spiraling months, according to her sister.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 17 May 2025
Duffy also said the administration believes implementing the plan would take up to four years.
—Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 8 May 2025
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Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 18 May 2025
Alliums also take up minimal space and are easy to slip in between watermelon vines.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
Torres recalled how her slain sibling had been dating someone else before taking up with the new boyfriend — with Lisette’s life then falling to pieces over the course of a few spiraling months, according to her sister.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 17 May 2025
Duffy also said the administration believes implementing the plan would take up to four years.
—Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for take up
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Zeke’s mother, Courtney, explained the financial burden lifted by the Children’s Flight of Hope on her and other families.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2025
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However on Tuesday, Trump lifted a federal ban on the construction of a $5 billion wind farm off the coast of New York.—
Kate Plummer
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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This advisory is in effect until Friday at 9 p.m. NWS Heat Wave Safety Advice: Protect yourself with these recommendations Stay hydrated: Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2025
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The event will include food, drink, a concert and more.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
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Students and their parents cannot borrow more than $200,000 in total—including both undergraduate and graduate loans—under the bill, with those limits set to take effect in July 2026.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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However, Macdonald can borrow from the way the coaching staff found a role that accentuated Chancellor’s strengths and hid his weaknesses.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Fisher Scientific withdrew its full-year profit forecast while the medical equipment maker expects to take a $400 million hit in sales to China, as Trump’s tariffs would likely raise the cost of parts the company sources in China.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The property is complete with a seating area, plunge pool, raised beds, and a greenhouse workout facility.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Owen drinks from it and is seemingly absorbed into the fountain.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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Essentially, change fluency is all about an organization’s ability to spot shifts early, absorb disruptions without missing a beat, and turn uncertainty into opportunity.—
Kathleen Walch,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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In 1985, the Ohio Legislature adopted it as the official state rock song.—
Neil Vigdor,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The infant’s mother was adopted at age 2, one of nine children raised by the adoptive mother.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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There are even aromatherapy options available for purchase to elevate your shower experience.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
26 May 2025
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The move is expected to elevate the importance of the State Department and Pentagon in advising Trump on important foreign policy decisions.—
Matthew Lee,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2025
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Judge, who embraced Soto on the field pregame, also made a pretty play, laying out for a looping Francisco Lindor liner in the third.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
19 May 2025
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Despite bogeying on the final hole, Scheffler celebrated by spiking his hat on the ground, embracing his caddie, Ted Scott, and then quickly found his wife, Meredith, and son in the crowd.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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“Take up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/take%20up. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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