take out
remove something from a place
To remove something from inside a place, container, or position.
Please take out your books and turn to page ten.
"take" — same verb, different meanings · Part 2 of 2
Phrasal verbs built on "take" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
take
out
take outTo remove something from inside a place, container, or position.Please take out your books and turn to page ten.
over
take overTo start being in charge of something, like a business, project, or situation.After the manager left, Sarah took over the project.
part in
take part into join or be involved in an activity, event, or group with other people.Many students take part in after-school clubs to meet new friends.
to
take toTo quickly begin to like someone or something, often unexpectedly.My son really took to his new teacher and looks forward to school now.
up
take upto begin doing a new activity, hobby, or sport regularly.I decided to take up yoga to help me relax after work.
take over
take control
To start being in charge of something, like a business, project, or situation.
After the manager left, Sarah took over the project.
take part in
join an activity
to join or be involved in an activity, event, or group with other people.
Many students take part in after-school clubs to meet new friends.
take to
to start liking someone or something
To quickly begin to like someone or something, often unexpectedly.
My son really took to his new teacher and looks forward to school now.
take up
start an activity
to begin doing a new activity, hobby, or sport regularly.
I decided to take up yoga to help me relax after work.