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090. Expressions With Bring and Take

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to bring up
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to bring off
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to bring on
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to bring out
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to bring about
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to bring down
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to bring down
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to bring back
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to bring around
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to take after
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to take back
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to take in
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to take in
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to take off
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to take off
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to take on
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to take on
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to take over
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to take to
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to take up
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to bring something into force
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to bring something to light
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to bring something to a head
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to bring out the best in somebody
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to take advantage of something
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to take somebody or something for granted
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to take it for granted
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to take control
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to take one's breath away
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to take place
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to take a risk
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to take somebody or something seriously
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to take something into account
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to take pride in somebody or something
to bring up
to bring up
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/ˈbrɪŋ ˈʌp/
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(养育)

(养育)

抚养

to look after a child until they reach maturity

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
up
to bring off
to bring off
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˈɔf/
(圆满做到)

(圆满做到)

成功完成

to successfully accomplish a goal or manage to do something difficult

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fail

语法信息:

短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
off
to bring on
to bring on
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˈɑːn/
(造成)

(造成)

引发

to cause something to happen, especially something undesirable or unpleasant

语法信息:

短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
on
to bring out
to bring out
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˈaʊt/
(发布)

(发布)

推出

to make and release a product for people to buy

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
out
to bring about
to bring about
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ ɐbˈaʊt/
(促成)

(促成)

导致

to be the reason for a specific incident or result

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
about
to bring down
to bring down
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ dˈaʊn/
(减少)

(减少)

降低

to decrease the level, quantity, or intensity of something

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
down
to bring down
to bring down
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ dˈaʊn/
(使...失去权力)

(使...失去权力)

推翻

to make someone or something in power lose their position

raise

语法信息:

及物动词
to bring back
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ bˈæk/
(重新引入)

(重新引入)

恢复

to reintroduce something old or forgotten, like a concept, idea, tradition, etc.

语法信息:

短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
back
to bring around
to bring around
动词
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/bɹˈɪŋ ɐɹˈaʊnd/
(使...改变主意)

(使...改变主意)

说服

to persuade someone to agree with one's point of view

语法信息:

短语状态
separable
短语的动词
bring
短语的助词
around
to take after
to take after
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈæftɚ/
(遗传)

(遗传)

to look or act like an older member of the family, especially one's parents

语法信息:

短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
after
to take back
动词
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/tˈeɪk bˈæk/
(撤回)

(撤回)

收回

to retract a statement, opinion, or promise, especially in an apologetic manner

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
back
to take in
to take in
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈɪn/
(领会)

(领会)

理解

to comprehend something

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
in
to take in
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈɪn/
(愚弄)

(愚弄)

欺骗

to deceive someone, typically by presenting false information

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
in
to take off
to take off
动词
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/teɪk ɑːf/
(起程)

(起程)

起飞

to leave a surface and begin flying

语法信息:

不及物
短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
off
to take off
动词
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/teɪk ɑːf/
(启动)

(启动)

开始

to begin an activity, process, event, etc., often with the intention of quickly making progress

语法信息:

不及物
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
off
to take on
to take on
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈɑːn/
(聘用)

(聘用)

雇用

to hire someone

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
on
to take on
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈɑːn/
(雇佣)

(雇佣)

聘请

to hire or engage someone for a job, position, or role

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
on
to take over
to take over
动词
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/teɪk ˈoʊvɚ/
(接任)

(接任)

接管

to begin to be in charge of something, often previously managed by someone else

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
over
to take to
to take to
动词
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/tˈeɪk tuː/
(喜欢上...)

(喜欢上...)

对...产生好感

to start to like someone or something

语法信息:

短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
to
to take up
动词
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/tˈeɪk ˈʌp/
(提起)

(提起)

讨论

to discuss a particular topic or issue

语法信息:

及物动词
短语状态
separable
短语的动词
take
短语的助词
up
to bring something into force
短语
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ˌɪntʊ fˈoːɹs/
N/A

N/A

‌to start to use or implement a new law, rule, etc.

to [bring] {sth} to light
to bring something to light
短语
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ tə lˈaɪt/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to clarify or supply additional information on something

What is the origin of the idiom "bring something to light" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "bring something to light" is rooted in the metaphorical association between light and knowledge or awareness. Light has long been associated with illumination, clarity, and understanding. The idiom likely emerged from this metaphorical connection, reflecting the human desire to uncover or reveal hidden or obscured information. It is used in various contexts and occasions where there is a need to reveal or make known previously hidden or unknown information, facts, or truths.

to bring something to a head
短语
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ tʊ ɐ hˈɛd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to worsen a situation to a point that it requires immediate action

What is the origin of the idiom "bring something" and when to use it?

The idiom "bring something to a head" likely derives from the idea of a physical ailment or issue reaching a critical or severe stage. It is used metaphorically to describe the act of taking actions or making decisions to resolve or confront a problem, dispute, or situation that has been escalating or festering over time.

to bring out the best in somebody
短语
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/bɹˈɪŋ ˈaʊt ðə bˈɛst ɪn ˌɛsbˈiː/
N/A

N/A

to inspire or encourage someone to perform at their highest level or behave in their best manner

to [take] advantage of {sth}
to take advantage of something
短语
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/tˈeɪk ɐdvˈæntɪdʒ ʌv ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to make use of a situation, opportunity, or resource in a way that benefits oneself or achieves a desired outcome

to [take] {sb/sth} for granted
to take somebody or something for granted
短语
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/tˈeɪk ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ fɔːɹ ɡɹˈæntᵻd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

to not appreciate a person or thing because one thinks one will never lose them

What is the origin of the idiom "take someone or something for granted" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "take someone or something for granted" can be traced to the idea of assuming that certain people or things will always be present or readily available, leading to a lack of appreciation for their true value. This concept is deeply rooted in human psychology and behavior, where individuals tend to become accustomed to the familiar and may overlook or neglect to acknowledge the significance of things that are constant in their lives. it is commonly used in a variety of contexts and occasions where individuals want to emphasize the importance of appreciating the people or things in their lives.

to take it for granted
短语
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/tˈeɪk ɪt fɔːɹ ɡɹˈæntᵻd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to assume without question that something is true

What is the origin of the idiom "take it for granted" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "take for granted" can be traced back to the Middle English period. The word "granted" in this context refers to something that is assumed to be true or accepted without question. The phrase emphasizes the human tendency to become accustomed to or overlook the value of things that are consistently present or readily available. Over time, it has become a commonly used expression to convey the idea of not fully appreciating or recognizing the significance of something until it is lost or no longer accessible.

to take control
短语
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/tˈeɪk kəntɹˈoʊl/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to gain the power to make decisions in a situation

to [take] {one's} breath away
to take one's breath away
短语
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/tˈeɪk wˈʌnz bɹˈɛθ ɐwˈeɪ/
N/A

N/A

Approving
Idiom
Informal

to make someone become really amazed

What is the origin of the idiom "take one's breath away" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "take one's breath away" is not definitively documented. However, the expression likely emerged from the physical reaction people have when they encounter something astonishing or emotionally overwhelming. This expression finds its place in conversations or written expressions related to encounters with breathtaking natural scenery, extraordinary works of art, awe-inspiring performances, remarkable acts of kindness, or significant life events.

to take place
短语
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/tˈeɪk plˈeɪs/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to occur at a specific time or location

to take a risk
短语
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/tˈeɪk ɐ ɹˈɪsk/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to decide to do something that may result in something unpleasant or dangerous

to take somebody or something seriously
短语
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/tˈeɪk ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ sˈiəɹɪəsli/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to consider someone or something as important or deserving of attention

to [take] {sth} into account
to take something into account
短语
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/tˈeɪk ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ˌɪntʊ ɐkˈaʊnt/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

to consider something when trying to make a judgment or decision

What is the origin of the idiom "take something into account" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "take something into account" can be traced back to Middle English. The word "account" in this context refers to consideration or regard. The usage of "take into account" evolved from the combination of the verb "take" and the noun "account," which meant to include or consider something when assessing a situation. Over time, the phrase became firmly established in the English language, and it has been in use for several centuries. It is frequently used in decision-making processes, problem-solving discussions, analytical assessments, and evaluations.

to take pride in somebody or something
短语
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/tˈeɪk pɹˈaɪd ɪn ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to feel a strong sense of happiness and satisfaction because of someone's achievements or something's qualities

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