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take over
take over - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
take over
Definition
(verb) seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
Synonyms
:
arrogate
,
assume
,
seize
,
usurp
Example Sentence
He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town
he usurped my rights
She seized control of the throne after her husband died
Definition
(verb) take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
Synonyms
:
adopt
,
assume
,
take on
Example Sentence
When will the new President assume office?
Definition
(verb) free someone temporarily from his or her obligations
Synonyms
:
relieve
Definition
(verb) take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person
Synonyms
:
accept
,
assume
,
bear
Example Sentence
I'll accept the charges
She agreed to bear the responsibility
Definition
(verb) take over ownership of; of corporations and companies
Synonyms
:
buy out
,
buy up
Definition
(verb) do over
Synonyms
:
repeat
Example Sentence
They would like to take it over again
Definition
(verb) take up and practice as one's own
Synonyms
:
adopt
,
borrow
,
take up
Definition
(verb) take up, as of debts or payments
Synonyms
:
absorb
Example Sentence
absorb the costs for something
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