take care
Idioms-
Be careful, use caution, as in Take care or you will slip on the ice . [Late 1500s]
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Good-bye, as in I have to go now; take care . This apparent abbreviation of take care of yourself is used both orally and in writing, where it sometimes replaces the conventional Sincerely or Love in signing off correspondence. [ Colloquial ; 1960s]
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That came after he had told reporters that "we still have to take care of, I would say one or two sites, but we can do that in 10 minutes".
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
“I think it’s something that’s obviously very prevalent in our sport and the more information, the better I think we’re able to take care of ourselves,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
“I can take care of ya, I hope,” Daniels greeted him.
From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026
Nicknamed 'The Wizard of the Dribble', he would perform stretching and breathing exercises, do extra training and take care of his diet - fasting and not drinking alcohol.
From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026
“And you—you take care of yourself. Only put your energy and effort into those who deserve it. You understand?”
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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