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take a ride to tyburn
to face punishment or execution
take a risk
do something that may have negative consequences
take a run at
Attempt to do something.
take a shit
to defecate; use the bathroom
take a shot in the dark
To guess without much information.
take a stab at
Make an attempt at something.
take a stand
to express a firm opinion.
take a tumble
to fall suddenly or clumsily.
take a turn
Change direction or approach suddenly.
take a turn for the better
To improve in a situation.
take a turn for the worse
to suddenly become worse in quality or condition.
take a walk
To go outside for a stroll.
take a whack at
To try or attempt something.
take a wife
to marry someone, usually a woman.
take a wrong turn at albuquerque
to make a mistake or go off course
take aback
surprise someone unexpectedly
take aim
to direct focus or attention toward something
take air
to breathe fresh air outdoors
take an axe to
Severely reduce or eliminate something.
take bread and salt
to share a meal, symbolizing hospitality
take by storm
to overwhelm or capture quickly.
take care of business
Handle important tasks or responsibilities.
take check
to verify or confirm something
take cover
to find protection from danger