what it takes
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"We know what it takes to get there and the commitment and dedication you need as a group of lads to get there. It's about getting over that final hurdle."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Plus, Sam Altman testifies in Elon Musk’s OpenAI trial, and “Subway Takes” has what it takes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
That’s about what it takes to keep an airline fueled under normal circumstances.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
For teenagers dreaming of playing in the NFL, former Corona Centennial high defensive back Camryn Bynum has first-hand knowledge of what it takes.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
“He’s here to play. Maybe he’s got what it takes. You got what it takes, kid?”
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
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