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take hold

The phrase “take hold” has 2 syllables: take hold

It's pronounced as /teɪk hoʊld/

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In the thesaurus, “take hold” has 15 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for take hold along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for take hold

Antonyms for take hold

Meanings of take hold

  • verb
    1. To grasp, seize.
    2. To take root, become established.

Example Sentences

  • After a few moments, a sense of calm began to take hold of her anxious mind.
  • The new policies are slowly starting to take hold in the company, changing how things are done.
  • As winter approaches, the chill begins to take hold of the air, signaling the coming snow.
  • The idea began to take hold in their minds, and soon they were enthusiastic about the project.
  • It takes time for new habits to take hold and become part of our daily routine.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to take hold, such as: act, affect, backfire, behave, fizzle, influence, operate.

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act

operate

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