take across

The phrase 'take across' involves moving or transporting someone or something from one place to another, either physically or metaphorically.

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Definition

B1General

(common)To transport someone or something from one side of a place or barrier to the other.

Example

  • They used a boat to take the tourists across the lake.
  • He helped take the groceries across the street.

B2Educational

(informal)To help someone understand or comprehend a concept or idea.

Example

  • The teacher took the students across the complex topic with ease.
  • She took me across the instructions step by step.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take across":

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