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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And hats off to all who see someone struggling and take the time to offer assistance.
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2024
The key for fathers caring for children is to take the time to care for themselves.
—Nickolaus Hayes, New York Daily News, 16 June 2024
How many people will take the time to read all the pages of the rules and even be able to spot the changes?
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
Thank you in advance to all of those who take the time to view this interview.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 May 2024
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2024
The key for fathers caring for children is to take the time to care for themselves.
—Nickolaus Hayes, New York Daily News, 16 June 2024
How many people will take the time to read all the pages of the rules and even be able to spot the changes?
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
Thank you in advance to all of those who take the time to view this interview.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 May 2024
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“Take the time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20the%20time. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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