take the con
The phrase "take the con" originates from nautical terminology and has been extended to various contexts where leadership or control is assumed.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)To take over responsibilities or control in any situation, becoming the person in charge.
Example
- When the project manager fell ill, she had to take the con and lead the team to completion.
C1Nautical
(technical)To assume control of a ship's navigation and steering duties on the bridge.
Example
- The captain asked the first mate to take the con while he attended to other matters.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take the con":
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