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Synonyms

take after

British  

verb

  1. to resemble in appearance, character, behaviour, etc

  2. to follow as an example

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take after Idioms  

  1. Follow the example of; also, resemble in appearance, temperament, or character. For example, Bill took after his uncle and began working as a volunteer for the Red Cross. [Mid-1500s]

Example Sentences

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Trump could use part of the speech to outline the next steps the White House will take after the Supreme Court loss.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

While travelling on a trade mission to Mumbai in India on Wednesday, Sir Keir was asked what action he would take after protesters took to the streets a day earlier.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

OK, sure, but I did a double take after learning that the final production took place in July 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

Andrea claims Mr Scott gave her antibiotics to take after her first breast filler procedure in December 2021.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2025

He has dark brown skin and a rounded face; people say I take after him.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

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