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| appropriate |
to take for one's own, often without permission. [1/3 definitions] |
| assume |
to suppose (something) to be true based on logic but without evidence; take for granted. [1/4 definitions] |
| foray |
a quick raid or sudden advance, usu. military and often to take forage or plunder. [1/3 definitions] |
| help |
to take for oneself. [1/13 definitions] |
| help oneself |
to take for oneself that which is offered or seems freely available, without little or no hesitation or request for permission. |
| presume |
to take as a matter of fact without questioning or without proof; take for granted; assume. [1/4 definitions] |
| shape |
to take form in a particular way (usu. fol. by "up"). [1/10 definitions] |
| shape up |
to take form in a certain way. [1/3 definitions] |
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