take advantage of

Idioms  

1. Put to good use; avail oneself of; also, profit selfishly by, exploit. For example, Let's take advantage of the good weather and go hiking, or They really take advantage of her good nature, getting her to do all the disagreeable chores. [Late 1300s]

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take advantage of

He was primarily a linebacker to take advantage of his athleticism.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026

Employers themselves don’t have to give money to the accounts for workers to take advantage of the new tax break, experts noted — they just have to update their benefits plans.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026

"We want our students not just to pass, but really flourish and do well. You can't admit students who aren't going to be able to take advantage of the opportunity that universities are offering."

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

"There is no naivete on the part of the opposition delegation," the source said, adding that it "must take advantage of this window of opportunity."

From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026

Fishermen want to be closer to their boats, builders want to take advantage of flat land near the shore, others just love the sea.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland

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