1
as in to trick
to cause to believe what is untrue
a fellow passenger on the cruise completely took me in when he claimed to be the owner of a major software company
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2
as in to include
to have as part of a whole
this report takes in all the latest information on the subject
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3
as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
took in the stray dog
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Recent Examples of take in
Every bedroom has gorgeous views with en suite bathrooms and ample closet space, while the owner’s suite includes dual walk-in closets and a soaking tub positioned to take in the mountain views.
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Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025
Britain’s consultation process, in which the government asks for public input at the early stages of policy proposals, is designed to take in feedback and often leads to revisions.
—Amelia Nierenberg, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
These steps are best taken in return for corresponding Chinese actions, such as a reduction in military activities around Taiwan and a declaration that Beijing has no deadline for resolving the Taiwan question.
—Jennifer Kavanagh, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Each was taken in the top 19 picks — well before the Chiefs’ selection at 32.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2025
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Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025
Britain’s consultation process, in which the government asks for public input at the early stages of policy proposals, is designed to take in feedback and often leads to revisions.
—Amelia Nierenberg, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
These steps are best taken in return for corresponding Chinese actions, such as a reduction in military activities around Taiwan and a declaration that Beijing has no deadline for resolving the Taiwan question.
—Jennifer Kavanagh, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Each was taken in the top 19 picks — well before the Chiefs’ selection at 32.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for take in
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That difference between them proves rather problematic when Stuart tricks Ted into merging their firm with another that's coincidentally run by Ted's ex, Samantha (Rachelle Goulding), and then cuts his partner out of the deal.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Phishing emails, malware-laden attachments and fraudulent schemes now lurk within spam messages, tricking unsuspecting users into clicking malicious links, revealing sensitive information or even infecting their devices with ransomware and spyware.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
23 Feb. 2025
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Seven people died, including all six onboard the plane and another in a car on the ground.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The federal agency has investigated and fined the aerospace company multiple times, including for alleged safety violations.—
April Rubin,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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Powell, the sources said, was not housed in the new Special Management Unit on the Bantum Center, which was the subject of some controversy in last week’s Board of Correction hearing.—
Graham Rayman,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The space houses an elegant cocktail bar and a smaller one with a corner paying homage to Julio Iglesias, among other unique elements.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Photo : Volkswagen No, your eyes do not deceive you, a Volkswagen did earn itself a spot on the list of the greatest luxury vehicles of all time.—
Raphael Orlove,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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Despite providing historical records and even materials for a documentary on Bad Boy Entertainment in 2021, Burrowes says he was once again deceived and left unpaid for his contributions.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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Be warned: This article includes hints and comments that may contain spoilers for today’s puzzle.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2025
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Authorities also found a small bag containing a tan powder-like substance which tested positive for fentanyl.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Department of Education is expected to provide guidance in the coming weeks, and loan servicers will need time to adjust their systems to accommodate borrowers transitioning to new repayment plans.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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In the long term, workplace policies should acknowledge and accommodate the dual roles of employees as professionals and caregivers.—
Christine Michel Carter,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Lohse even managed to fool historian Jonathan Petropoulos, who is at the center of the documentary, and spent years investigating Lohse, only to be tricked by him.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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Was their advocacy for new energy sources just a ploy to fool their constituents and get reelected?—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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Browns general manager Andrew Berry and his key confidants will be talking not only to players in this year’s draft class but also to players’ agents and Berry’s peers about a potential mega-trade involving Garrett.—
Zac Jackson,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Given that Nvidia already provides the compute and hardware infrastructure for nearly every other company that is involved in healthcare AI applications, this focus makes complete sense.—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.D.,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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