take up »
That which takes up or tightens; specifically, a device in a sewing machine for drawing up the slack thread as the needle rises, in completing a stitch.
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take up the cudgel for »
To make a defense for in lieu of another person.
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take up the gauntlet »
To accept a challenge.
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take up with »
To form a close relationship with someone.
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take up with »
To be contented to receive; to receive without opposition; to put up with.
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take upon »
To take charge of an item of business, or an obligation, as a personal initiative.
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