takeover
noun
the act of seizing, appropriating, or arrogating authority, control, management, etc.
takeovers
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pluralof takeover.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Ahead of the official announcement of the takeover, French Economy Minister Roland Lescure voiced concern about American takeovers of start-ups rooted in France and Europe.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Unlike in the rest of Europe, the U.K. has seen a reduction in initial public offering activity, with private equity takeovers also helping drain equity supply.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026
Companies always have a choice of how to finance capital spending and takeovers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 21, 2026
The Spanish-language network, available through the Peacock streaming platform, opted for minimal hydration-break ads instead of full-screen takeovers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
The social disruption caused by the collapse of the savings and loan industry and the rise of hostile takeovers and leveraged buyouts had given way to a brief period of recriminations.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
