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to take on
[phrase form: take]
01
to hire someone
Transitive: to take on an employee
Examples
The company decided to take on new employees to meet the growing demand.
They are willing to take new interns on for the summer.
02
to play against someone in a game or contest
Transitive: to take on a competitor
Examples
The team is ready to take on their rivals in the championship match.
Let's take the reigning champions on and see how well we can compete.
03
to adopt a particular quality or appearance
Transitive: to take on a quality or appearance
Examples
The room began to take on a cozy atmosphere with the addition of soft lighting.
As he practiced, the painting started to take on a realistic and lifelike portrayal.
04
to hire or engage someone for a job, position, or role
Transitive: to take on a role or responsibility
Examples
She took on the role of team leader, managing the project and coordinating with team members.
He was elected mayor and took on the responsibility of addressing the city's issues.
05
to accept something as a challenge
Examples
She decided to take on the task of organizing the charity event.
Will you take the challenge on and lead the project team?
06
to allow an individual to join a group or community
Transitive: to take on sb
Examples
The club decided to take on new members who shared a passion for hiking.
They wanted to take the enthusiastic volunteer on for the community project.
07
to carry something or someone
Transitive: to take on passengers or loads
Examples
The truck can take on heavy loads without any difficulty.
The ship is designed to take on large cargo shipments.
