They took their freedom for granted until it was taken away.
fool
Frequency:
50
%
She took him for a fool when he tried to deceive her.
example
Frequency:
45
%
Don't take my kindness for example of weakness.
Idiomatic Expressions for take for
Phrase: take for a ride
Meaning: to deceive or cheat someone; to lead someone on with false promises
Usage: I thought the salesman was honest, but he took me for a ride and sold me a faulty product.