take notice

idiomatic phrase

: to become aware of or give attention to something or someone : to observe or treat something or someone with special attention

… one Saturday in October 1984, San Francisco coach Bill Walsh flipped on the TV to watch college football, saw Rice on the highlights and took notice.—

Peter King

—often used with of

It was a while before anyone took notice of the change.

… suggests that the academy is at last beginning to sit up and take notice of how the world really works.—

Terry Teachout

They took no notice of him. [=they ignored him]

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The Vikings have taken notice of Williams’ ability to escape the initial pass rush and make key plays with his legs. —

Steve Silverman, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 His acting has matured steadily, and the creative industry has taken notice. —

Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Nov. 2024 Attorney General Phil Weiser’s office has also taken notice: Earlier this year, Weiser announced a $1 million settlement with a property owner for improperly charging tenants, and Weiser told The Post that his office wants more tenants to come forward. —

Elizabeth Hernandez, The Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2024 The singer-songwriter, reality TV personality, actress, entrepreneur, and mom has lost a considerable amount of weight this year, and fans have taken notice. —

Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for take notice