take over
The phrase "take over" is commonly used in contexts involving control, responsibility, or dominance, and can apply to business, political, or general scenarios.
Definition
B2General
(common)To assume control or responsibility for something, often from another person.
Example
- Paul's daughter took over the job in 2017.
- Do you know who's taking over the restaurant?
C1Business
(technical)To gain control of a company by purchasing its shares.
Example
- CBS Records was taken over by Sony.
C1Politics
(formal)To seize control of a political entity, often by force.
Example
- The army is threatening to take over if civil unrest continues.
B2General
(informal)To become more dominant or prevalent in a particular area or situation.
Example
- It's only a matter of time before they take over completely.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take over":
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