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Synonyms for took


Grammar : Verb
Spell : too k
Phonetic Transcription : tʊk

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Définition of took

Origin :
  • past tense of take, from late Old English toc, past tense of tacan (see take).
  • verb captivate, enchant
  • verb require
  • verb subtract
  • verb cheat, deceive
  • verb contract, catch
  • verb get; help oneself to
  • verb steal
  • verb buy; reserve
  • verb endure
  • verb consume
  • verb accept, adopt; use
  • verb understand
  • verb win; be successful
  • verb carry, transport; accompany
Example sentences :
  • Eudora took it with a deep blush, saying, "Aspasia gave it to me."
  • Extract from : « Philothea » by Lydia Maria Child
  • He took me right into his office, and I told him what you said, and he'll be ready for you at two o'clock.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • He took a cab and was driven to the local branch of his favourite temple of chance.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • Mrs. Bines, stooping, took the limp and wide-eyed Paul up in her arms.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • "But you went to Athens, and took no care for your country," rejoined the prince.
  • Extract from : « Philothea » by Lydia Maria Child
  • He took the card from the florist's envelope and glanced at the name.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • He took his uncle up in his strong arms, and moved toward the stairs.
  • Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger
  • Then, Robert, you quarreled with the man you took across the river.
  • Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger
  • Halbert thought it was time to be going, and accordingly got up and took his leave.
  • Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger
  • I sprang to my feet and took immediate measures to extinguish the flames.
  • Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

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