take the time

idiom

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

They never took the time to get to know her.

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Some of today’s investing platforms offer digital tools to help with decisions about investment issues, so if those are valuable to you, take the time to seek out the options that provide them. —

Aaron Cirksena, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Brand Reputation and Customer Reviews Before buying Delta-8 products online, take the time to research the brand’s reputation and read customer reviews. —

Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 17 Jan. 2025 Before a meeting or conversation, take the time to gather all necessary information, organize your thoughts and anticipate potential questions. —

Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025 In addition to the testing suggested by a letter above, the letter writer should take the time to process the feelings that are coming with a professional or support group. —

Eric Thomas, Baltimore Sun, 1 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for take the time

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