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to take advantage of something
01
to make use of a situation, opportunity, or resource in a way that benefits oneself or achieves a desired outcome
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Collocation
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She decided to take advantage of the sunny weather and go for a long hike in the mountains.
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to use something for personal gain in an unfair or dishonest manner
Collocation
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In a healthy relationship, neither party should take advantage of the other's generosity.
to take advantage of somebody
01
to unfairly use or manipulate another person for one's own benefit, often in a selfish or deceitful manner
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Collocation
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Some companies take advantage of their employees by paying low wages and providing poor working conditions.
