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Synonyms

take after

British  

verb

  1. to resemble in appearance, character, behaviour, etc

  2. to follow as an example

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take after Idioms  

  1. Follow the example of; also, resemble in appearance, temperament, or character. For example, Bill took after his uncle and began working as a volunteer for the Red Cross. [Mid-1500s]

Example Sentences

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"Let's try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts," he told BBC News.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Trump could use part of the speech to outline the next steps the White House will take after the Supreme Court loss.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

It's a path many footballers take after their playing career ends but one former Albion striker has chosen a very different route - becoming a trainee Southern Rail train driver.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2025

They take after their father, Dan, who played quarterback at San Jose State.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2024

“Who can blame me when my grandchildren are so smart and beautiful? Who do you think you take after, Junie? Your mom or dad?”

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

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