Synonym of take control, especially in situations involving a role with formal command over a group of people.

(idiomatic) Used to express one's understanding of another's position.

To blame oneself for something; to acknowledge a fault.

(idiomatic) to inhale and subsequently exhale air / (idiomatic) to pause or rest after strenuous activity / (idiomatic) to calm down

(UK, idiomatic) To take a seat; to sit down.

(idiomatic, transitive, UK) To accept without flinching or complaining. / (idiomatic, transitive, US) To be deeply impacted by something.

(intransitive) To guess.

(idiomatic) To shelter oneself

(sports, idiomatic) To use attacking tactics against.

(chiefly historical) To accept a sign or badge depicting the Christian cross as part of an oath or vow, especially to take part in a crusade.