Collocation
take time
Definition
to need a certain amount of time; or to spend time doing something carefully without rushing
'take time' is a common English collocation. to need a certain amount of time; or to spend time doing something carefully without rushing
take + time (+ to + verb)
“This project will take time, so please be patient.”
Examples
- Good bread _____ time to rise.
- _____ your time—there's no rush.
- Learning a new language _____ time and practice.
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- It _____ time to get used to a new job.
- Please _____ time to read the instructions carefully.
- The repair _____ time because we have to order parts.
- I _____ time off work to recover after the surgery.
- If you want a clean result, _____ time to prepare the surface properly.
- They knew rebuilding trust would _____ time.