Take

usgb/teɪk/
verb

To get hold of something with your hands.

She took her phone out of her bag.
Visual representation of "take" - To get hold of something with your hands

Often appears as...

  • take a picture
  • take a gift
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Visual representation of "take"
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Physical Action

Used when physically moving or grabbing things, often with an implied intent to use shortly after.

Illustration for Physical Action
Can you take the book from the shelf?
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Brief Activity

Implies a quick or temporary action, like removing something from a place for short-term use.

Illustration for Brief Activity
Take a cookie from the jar.
Visual representation of the word "Take"

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