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take over

take over

 
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take
part of speech: phrase
definition 1: to take control of or responsibility for (something that had previously been in the hands of another).
The son took over the company after his father passed away.
definition 2: to seize power over (something).
The rebels took over the city.
definition 3: to replace another person in a certain role.
If I get tired driving, you can take over.