take the time

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: to make an effort (to do something) : to attempt

They never took the time to get to know her.

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With some hits in the bank and an overall deal with Amazon MGM, Wallace and her team can now take the time to plot what comes next. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026 But the decision to buy or refinance shouldn't be dismissed until borrowers take the time to crunch the numbers. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 The goal is uniform coverage, so take the time to distribute the formula. — Polly Blitzer, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2026 That perspective is incredibly valuable, but only if organizations take the time to listen. — Andy Watts, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for take the time

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