phrasal vocabulary

Phrasal Verbs with Take

Learn the meaning, grammar, and object pattern of each phrasal verb instead of memorizing the particles separately.

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take over

Definition: to gain control or responsibility

Example: “Mina will take over the project next week.”

Word forms and grammar

take over, takes over, took over, taken over

Synonyms and close meanings

assume control, replace

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3 words and expressions

Definitions, examples, and audio pronunciation

01 · phrasal verb

take over

Definition: to gain control or responsibility

Example: “Mina will take over the project next week.”

Forms: take over, takes over, took over, taken over

Synonyms: assume control, replace

02 · phrasal verb · Work: Jobs & Career

take on

Definition: Accept new work or responsibility.

Example: “She decided to take on the role of project manager.”

03 · phrasal verb · Travel & Movement

take off

Definition: When an airplane leaves the ground.

Example: “The plane took off on time.”

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