Take somebody/something for granted
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To undervalue someone or something.
She took her husband's efforts in keeping the house tidy for granted.
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- take for granted
- took for granted
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To assume that something is true without questioning or checking.
He took it for granted that she would agree with him.
Often appears as...
- take for granted
- took for granted
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To undervalue someone or something.
She took her husband's efforts in keeping the house tidy for granted.
Often appears as...
- take for granted
- took for granted
phrase
To assume that something is true without questioning or checking.
He took it for granted that she would agree with him.
Often appears as...
- take for granted
- took for granted
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Impact
Expresses a lack of appreciation; could hurt feelings if directed at a person.
By not thanking her, he took her help for granted.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Negative
When about objects, it may imply comfort with the consistent presence or function of something.
With electricity always available, we take light for granted.
Pro Tip 3/3Overlooking Effort
Suggests failing to acknowledge someone's effort or the complexity of a task.
The boss took the team's hard work for granted.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Impact
Expresses a lack of appreciation; could hurt feelings if directed at a person.
By not thanking her, he took her help for granted.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Negative
When about objects, it may imply comfort with the consistent presence or function of something.
With electricity always available, we take light for granted.
Pro Tip 3/3Overlooking Effort
Suggests failing to acknowledge someone's effort or the complexity of a task.
The boss took the team's hard work for granted.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Impact
Expresses a lack of appreciation; could hurt feelings if directed at a person.
By not thanking her, he took her help for granted.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Negative
When about objects, it may imply comfort with the consistent presence or function of something.
With electricity always available, we take light for granted.
Pro Tip 3/3Overlooking Effort
Suggests failing to acknowledge someone's effort or the complexity of a task.
The boss took the team's hard work for granted.
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