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to take one's place
01
to assume someone's role, position, or responsibilities
Collocation
Example
After the retirement of the company's CEO, a new executive will take his place.
When the team captain was injured, a substitute player took her place on the field.
02
to stand or position oneself in a specific location
Example
As the ceremony began, each graduate took their place in alphabetical order.
The team members took their places on the field, ready for the crucial match.
