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take on
verb
- to employ or hire
to take on new workmen
- to assume or acquire
his voice took on a plaintive note
- to agree to do; undertake
I'll take on that job for you
- to compete against, oppose, or fight
I'll take him on any time
I will take him on at tennis
- informal.intr to exhibit great emotion, esp grief
Example Sentences
They’re the contrarian at the party who delights in puncturing polite shibboleths, unafraid to take on even their own tribes in pursuit of a deeper truth.
He is now pushing for Trump to reach trade deals with their allies because the US needs them to take on China.
Blood tests taken on the day of the race indicated that the infection had not been present in the horse on raceday.
Researching different industries, conducting informational interviews with professionals currently working in roles you’re considering, volunteering to test new skills and interests or taking on short-term contract work can all give you valuable firsthand insight.
"When I took on this role, it was to serve the FIA's members, not to serve power," Reid said.
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