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take over
/tˈeɪk ˈəʊvə/
/tˈeɪk ˈoʊvɚ/
to take over
[VERB] MAIN VERB
[phrase form: take]
9
to become the most powerful or influential entity in a particular area by gaining control and authority over others involved in the same field or activity
Examples
1. Military leaders took over the government.
2. The company took over its competitor's market share.
3. He filled his father's shoes when he took over the family business.
4. I'll step into the breach and take over the project.
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