taken (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈteɪkən/
Definition
Past participle of 'take', meaning to have accepted or been given something, or to have captured or seized something.
Examples
The photograph was taken by a famous artist.
All the tickets have been taken.
The suspect was taken into custody by the police.
How to Use taken
- taken aback (phrasal verb)
- Surprised or shocked. — "She was taken aback by his rude comment."
- taken in (phrasal verb)
- Deceived or tricked. — "He was taken in by the scam artist's promises."
- taken over (phrasal verb)
- Gained control of something. — "The company was taken over by a larger corporation."
- taken with (prepositional phrase)
- Impressed or attracted by someone or something. — "He was immediately taken with her sense of humor."
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