take advantage of

Idioms and Phrases

Put to good use; avail oneself of; also, profit selfishly by, exploit. For example, Let's take advantage of the good weather and go hiking , or They really take advantage of her good nature, getting her to do all the disagreeable chores . [Late 1300s]

Example Sentences

So, you might not need to rush to buy a new iPhone, but if you are planning a major purchase anyway you may want to take advantage of the certainty of current pricing.

From Salon

The potential all-stock deal would take advantage of Trump Media’s soaring share price — it has more than doubled since late September, as many investors began betting on a Trump election victory — and seemingly cash in on the enthusiasm for digital currencies.

From New York Times

For a second week running, Wales failed to take advantage of their extra man as Faessler grabbed his second try before Kerevi's 20-minute red card was confirmed.

From BBC

"We can take advantage of this cost to suppress the establishment of antibiotic resistance without drugs or harmful chemicals."

From Science Daily

Others blamed the company for mismanaging its inventory and increasing exports to Europe to take advantage of high prices due to the Russia-Ukraine war.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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