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take heart

Idioms  
  1. Be confident, be brave, as in Take heart, we may still win this game. This idiom uses heart in the sense of “courage.” [First half of 1500s]


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Historians take heart from the fact British monarchs have in the past successfully navigated tensions with America.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026

If you’ve ever lost something valuable on a Metro bus or train and assumed it was gone forever, take heart: There is a system for reuniting riders with their possessions.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 10, 2026

In fact, the Dow transports’ performance doesn’t have any special significance, though investors can take heart that the U.S. stock market’s leadership is broadening.

From MarketWatch ● Feb. 13, 2026

The hostage crisis continues to cast a long shadow over Israeli society; even as many take heart from the families' message of endurance and solidarity.

From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2025

"Friends," said Varys, "quarreling will not serve us. I beg you both, take heart" "Whose?" asked Tyrion sourly.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

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