takeaway
noun
something taken back or away, especially an employee benefit that is eliminated or substantially reduced by the terms of a union contract.
takeaways
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pluralof takeaway.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“We’re searching for every possible way to give ourselves an advantage,” said Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh, whose team lost at Buffalo last Sunday despite five takeaways and a plus-four turnover differential.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026
"I try to eat less takeaways, work more overtime, and try to budget a bit better, but at the same time, we shouldn't have to," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
Here are the key takeaways from Warsh’s question-and-answer session with reporters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Here are the key takeaways from his address.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
Before showers or takeaways or anything else, there’s something I have to do.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
