taking up

verb

Definition of taking upnext
present participle of take up
1
as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position please take up the blanket so I can look underneath it

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2
as in drinking
to take in (something liquid) through small openings the soil was so dry that the plant seemed to take up the much-needed water instantly

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3
as in borrowing
to take for one's own use (something originated by another) one cluster of fans started chanting the team name of the champions, and the crowd quickly took up the cry

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for taking up
  1. lifting
  2. drinking
  3. borrowing
  4. raising
  5. adopting
  6. elevating
  7. absorbing
Verb
  • Due to the floating wind turbine’s constant motion caused by wind, waves, and currents, load-control systems were built during this operation to regulate the load during the lifting activities.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Then, smile, lifting your cheek muscles up; place your fingers on the top of your cheeks and release your lips to a neutral posture.
    Erica Sweeney, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of lifting
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  • Here's what to know about staying safe while drinking apple cider.
    Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Apple cider has become synonymous with the start of fall, but health officials are warning consumers that drinking the cozy beverage is not without risk.
    Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of drinking
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  • The report also highlights the company's liquidity management strategies, including borrowing capabilities from the Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • While the recent rate cut does make borrowing a bit cheaper, the high cost of homes and limited inventory are still significant barriers.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of borrowing
Verb
  • The company has until March 22, 2025, to consummate a Business Combination, and there is uncertainty about meeting this deadline, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on July 11, 2024, raising gross proceeds of $230,000,000.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of raising
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  • So can quitting smoking, getting 30 minutes a day of moderate-intensity activity like a brisk walk, and adopting a heart-healthy diet, such as the Mediterranean diet or Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, which both emphasize lean protein, whole grains, and fresh produce.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Nov. 2024
  • At a high level, men are adopting the technology at higher rates than women.
    Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of adopting
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  • What sets it apart, beyond a focus on elevating authentic Mexican dishes using British ingredients, is its promotion of Mezcal and its presence at the forefront of the experience.
    Paul Caputo, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
  • By elevating local artists, Artists 360 brings value to the greater Northwest Arkansas region overall, creating a place where creativity and the arts can thrive.
    Deb Harvell, arkansasonline.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of elevating
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  • Empathetic listening, however, entails stopping, absorbing what the other person is saying and then reflecting back both the emotional undertones and the content.
    Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • But after months of absorbing McLaren’s punches, Red Bull landed a shot of its own, something Norris acknowledged himself.
    Dan Cancian, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of absorbing
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