Taking

Synonyms of taking

• extracting
• seizing
• grabbing

Antonyms of taking

• giving
• surrendering
• relinquishing

Collocations of taking

taking notes

Frequency: 80 %

She was taking notes during the lecture.

taking a break

Frequency: 70 %

I need to take a break from work.

taking responsibility

Frequency: 65 %

He is taking responsibility for his actions.

taking a shower

Frequency: 60 %

I'll be ready after I take a shower.

taking a chance

Frequency: 50 %

I decided to take a chance and apply for the job.

Idiomatic Expressions for taking

• Phrase: taking the bull by the horns
  Meaning: to confront a difficult situation directly and with courage
  Usage: I knew I had to take the bull by the horns and address the issue head-on.