Example sentences of "and takes [adv prt] the [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | On the wrasse territory , a male defends a harem of females ; when the male dies , one of the females changes sex and takes over the harem . |
| 2 | Comes home — and takes over the house . |
| 3 | When the male of the group dies , the biggest female in the harem quickly changes into a male and takes over the group . |
| 4 | It was submitted that an owner can not turn his back on his property because when he purchases and takes on the responsibility of letting , he knows the property will in the course of time deteriorate . |
| 5 | Teclis returns to Ulthuan and takes up the position of High Loremaster in the Tower of Hoeth . |
| 6 | It is critical at this stage , though , that the head conveys positive messages and takes up the opportunities on offer . |
| 7 | Then she locks herself in one of the cubicles , puts her bag on the toilet seat , and takes out the tools of her trade : a red satin basque with suspenders attached , a pair of black lace panties , black fishnet stockings and shiny high-heeled shoes . |