take time is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:
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verb phrase
- To require a significant duration to complete or occur.
- To proceed slowly and deliberately, without being rushed.
Example Sentences
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The offer has broad support but the closing of the transaction will take time, which presents regulatory and timing risks, he says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Speaking a year after the shooting, police described the investigation as "complex" and that building its case "does take time".
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
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- go slowly
- be a marathon, not a sprint
- let it cook
- simmer for a while
- not rush
