expressions with take
developing a liking for someone/something, starting a new habit, or escaping/moving to a place
take to
remove clothing, depart suddenly, launch into flight, become successful (e.g., a business)
take off
feel compassion, sympathy, or sorrow for someone in a difficult situation and to take action to help them
take pity on
a light, gentle, and refreshing wind
breeze
frozen rain pellets falling from clouds
hail
to look after, be responsible for, or attend to someone or something, ensuring their safety, health, or proper handling
take care of
participate, join, or be actively involved in an activity, event, or discussion with others
take part in
happen, occur, or come to pass, often referring to planned, organized, or scheduled events
take place
something slightly wet, moist, or humid, often in an uncomfortable or cold way
damp
a period of abnormally, unusually hot—and sometimes humid—weather that lasts for at least two or more days, often accompanied by high overnight temperatures
heatwave
begin to dislike someone or something, often suddenly, unreasonably, or without a clear reason
take against
remove an item, such as clothing, accessories, or a covering from a surface
take something off
acting despite the possibility of a negative outcome, such as danger, loss, or failure, often in pursuit of a better result or goal
take risks
air or climate that is warm and holds a high amount of water vapor, often feeling sticky, oppressive, or damp
humid
a shift in winds that often causes a very rainy season or a very dry season
monsoon
consider, factor in, or bear in mind specific facts, circumstances, or information when making a decision, judgment, or plan
take into account
invite someone to a restaurant, show, or club and pay for them
take someone out
to proceed slowly, carefully, or at your own pace without rushing
take (your) time
an overflow of a large amount of water onto normally dry land, often caused by heavy rain, overflowing rivers, or rapid snowmelt
flood
a form of intense air pollution, acting as a thick, hazy mixture of smoke, fog, and chemical pollutants that reduces visibility
smog
completely ignore, disregard, or pay no attention to a person, object, or situation
take no notice of
remove an object from a container or place
take something out
start a new hobby/activity, occupy space/time, or accept an offer/challenge
take up
very small, numerous water drops that may appear to float while being carried by air currents
drizzle
a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall or precipitation, resulting in a serious, extended shortage of water for people, agriculture, and ecosystems
drought