Fixed Phrases Flashcards
To take exception to
object strongly to.
To take notice of
to become aware of or pay attention to something.
To take place in
to occur or happen in a particular location or setting.
To take part in
to participate or be involved in an activity or event.
To take the view that..
to hold or adopt a particular opinion or perspective.
To take account of
to give attention or consideration to (something).
To take issue (with)
to disagree with someone or something and argue about it.
To take advantage of
to make good use of something.
To take sb by surprise
to surprise someone or something.
To take second place
to be considered to be less important than another thing or person and be given less attention than them.
To take (sth) into account/consideration
The things you consider when you are thinking about a situation or deciding what to do.
To take for granted
assume that something is true without questioning it.
To take a stand
to express one’s opinion.
To take pride in
to feel very pleased about something or someone you are closely connected with.
To take offence at
to be offended (by something).
