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take the rap
To accept blame for something.
take the red pill
become aware of uncomfortable truths
take the reins
assume control or leadership.
take the ride
to experience something fully and openly
take the shadow for the substance
Mistake appearance for reality.
take the stand
to testify in a legal setting.
take the veil
to become a nun or religious sister.
take the wax out of one's ears
to listen carefully or pay attention
take the wheel
To take control of a situation.
take the wind out of someone's sails
deflate someone's confidence or enthusiasm.
take the words right out of one's mouth
To say exactly what another person was about to say.
take time by the forelock
Seize opportunities before they pass.
take time off
to stop working for a period
take time out
pause activity to rest or reflect.
take to
begin to like or enjoy something.
take to heart
to consider seriously or be affected by.
take to one's heels
to run away quickly
take to task
To reprimand or criticize someone.
take to the bank
to trust or believe something confidently
take to the cleaners
Cheat someone out of money.
take to the grave
Keep a secret forever without revealing it.
take to the hills
to escape or hide quickly
take up a collection
Gather money from people for a cause.
take up the cudgel for
defend or support someone or something.