By the end of the season, many players had taken a knee to protest the league's policies.

In yesterday's debate he had taken no prisoners, dismantling every argument his opponent made.

After the project failed, the manager was taken to task by the board for his oversight.

He has taken a liking to the new coffee shop on Elm Street.

She had taken notice of the small discrepancies in the report and warned her manager.

Despite the loud protests, she had taken no notice of the warning signs and continued down the path.

I have taken note of your concerns and will address them promptly.

By dawn, the suspect had taken it on the lam, leaving no forwarding address.

Despite the budget cuts, the small nonprofit, taken on the chin by recent donation shortfalls, still managed to serve the community.

After the presentation, Mark had taken credit for the idea everyone else had contributed to.