The newcomer's dazzling performance threatened to take the shine out of the veteran actor's long-awaited comeback.

To take it into one's head to quit one's job on a whim can cause serious problems.

Following the ancient rite, a young man was expected to take to one's bosom a bride from a neighboring village.

As part of his benefits package, he was assigned a take-home vehicle to use for client visits and family errands.

A short walk after the argument helped take the edge off her anxiety.

When his rival publicly questioned his courage, he decided to take up the glove and confront him in the debate.

The winner take all system discouraged cooperation among candidates.

After a long day standing at the market, I finally went home to take the weight off.

In the committee meeting, the urgent budget issues will take the front seat over long-term planning.

When the aggressors threatened the village, the villagers were forced to take up arms to defend their homes.