take hold

Verb

Meaning

have or hold in one's hands or grip

assume control

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

hold take control take charge lay hold beaver control support take work act achieve holding catch attain accomplish

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Antonyms

effect cause give loss release exchange

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Hypernyms

head lead

Hyponyms

interlace interlock lock trap grasp clutch

Examples

Why do you increase your bonds? Take hold of your life before your light grows dark and you seek help and do not find it. This life has been given to you for repentance; do not waste it in vain pursuits. Isaac the Syrian

Always take hold of things by the smooth handle. Thomas Jefferson

Breath is the bridge which connects life to consciousness, which unites your body to your thoughts. Whenever your mind becomes scattered, use your breath as the means to take hold of your mind again. Nhat Hanh

Take hold lightly; let go lightly. This is one of the great secrets of felicity in love. Spanish Proverb

Goats fall that take hold of lichens. Kikuyu Proverb

Take off your hat quickly but slowly take hold of your purse. Danish Proverb

Close letter words and terms

take hair out of braids take heart take heed take hold of take holidays take holy orders