take
verb (used with object)
to get into one's hold or possession by voluntary action.
had taken
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past perfectof take.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Mackie, the fashion designer who died Monday at 87 years old, had taken inspiration from Cher’s wardrobe, sheathing Barbie in a sleek, gold-sequined gown.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
Beesley, a documentary filmmaker and avid catfish noodler, had taken a shine to Walters during Mudcats’ run in 2012 and 2013.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
The president and lawmakers were talking about AI policy, news organizations had multiple headlines a day and fears about a potential AI-driven apocalypse had taken hold across the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
The tissue came from people with and without Alzheimer's disease who had taken part in a long-term dementia study and later donated their brains for research.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 13, 2026
When Danny looked up, two shadows had taken the full shape of people.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
