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O’Hoppe played 51 games last season, hit 14 home runs, and drew raves from the pitchers for his defensive aptitude and take-charge attitude.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2024
But the take-charge instincts from his business side served him well in times of crisis.
From Washington Post • Apr. 20, 2023
She approaches her own life with a similar take-charge attitude, knowing her own worth.
From Salon • Oct. 16, 2022
The Mariners would like to see Kelenic become more of a take-charge guy in center field.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 17, 2022
But Just Renee seemed to be a natural take-charge person—she was leading the way, even though she had no idea what they were supposed to be looking for.
From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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