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take over

The correct spelling is take over.

How to pronounce take over

verb

Say it like: Tak-e o-ver

The correct spelling is take over. To assume control of something, especially by force; to usurp. For example: "He will take over the job permanently when the accountant retires."

Usage Examples

He will take over the job permanently when the accountant retires.

If you will take over driving, I'd like to get some sleep.

Acme Motors is to take Jetcar Industries over this week, if all goes as planned.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To assume control of something, especially by force; to usurp.
  2. 2.To adopt a further responsibility or duty.
  3. 3.To relieve someone temporarily.
  4. 4.To buy out the ownership of a business.
  5. 5.To appropriate something without permission.

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