1. take on - Verb
2. take on - Phrase
admit into a group or community
take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect
take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
accept as a challenge
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We'll have to vote on whether or not to admit a new member Source: Internet
His voice took on a sad tone Source: Internet
The story took a new turn Source: Internet
he adopted an air of superiority Source: Internet
She assumed strange manners Source: Internet