TAKES ON Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

takes on

verb

Definition of takes on next

present tense third-person singular of take on

as in faces

to enter into contest or conflict with will take on his chief opponent in the next political debate

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as in employs

to provide with a paying job decided to take her on as store manager

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as in borrows

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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The contemporary world faces challenges such as climate change, economic inequality and technological disruptions that require a more comprehensive and integrated diplomatic approach.

Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Jefferson now faces Democrat Adam Moore.

Hannah Pinski, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2024

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