Collocation
take over a task
To assume responsibility for a task or job from another person or entity.
Definition
'take over a task' is a common English collocation. To assume responsibility for a task or job from another person or entity.
take over + a + noun
“After the manager left, Sarah had to take over a crucial task for the team.”
Examples
- He was asked to take over a complex task that his colleague couldn't finish.
- The new intern will take over a few of my administrative tasks to help lighten my load.
- After the project manager resigned, I had to quickly take over a vital task.
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- She took over a difficult task and completed it with impressive efficiency.
- We are looking for someone reliable who can take over a leadership task during my absence.
- Taking over a creative task requires a deep understanding of the client's vision.
- The incoming CEO is expected to take over a restructuring task immediately.
- Having taken over a highly sensitive task, he proceeded with extreme caution and discretion.
- They suggested I take over a training task for the new recruits, given my experience.
- It was challenging to take over a pre-existing task and implement new strategies simultaneously.
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