| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
take in [teɪk ɪn] | to absorb or understand something |
Other meanings
- to deceive or trick someone
- to provide shelter or accommodation
- to make clothes narrower
- to include or visit a place while traveling
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "take in"
- It was a lot of information to take in at once.
- He was taken in by the scam.
- We decided to take in a stray dog.
- The tailor will take in the dress at the waist.
- We took in the sights of the city on our trip.
Features of Using "take in"
This phrasal verb is highly context-dependent. Whether it's about understanding, sheltering, deceiving, or altering, the surrounding words clarify the meaning. Pay attention to passive vs. active use: “was taken in” often implies deception, while “take in” can be about help or understanding.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb take
take off
to leave the ground and begin to fly
take away
remove something from a place or person
take up
to begin a new activity or hobby
take out
to remove something from a place
take over
to gain control of something, especially a business or responsibility
take back
to return something
take after
to resemble a family member in appearance or character
take along
to bring someone or something with you
take down
to remove something from a higher position
take aside
to move someone away from others for a private conversation
take apart
disassemble into pieces
take through
to guide someone through a process or explain something step by step
take on
to accept or undertake a task or responsibility
take to
to begin to like someone or something
take over from
to assume control or responsibility from someone else
take out on
to direct your anger or frustration toward someone or something unfairly
take down a notch
to humble someone or reduce their arrogance
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