verb (past tense and past participle of the verb 'take'); also, noun (in the context of time periods, meaning a stretch of time) as in strong fondness

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assumed, seized, took possession of

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Example:The new CEO assumed the role when the previous one retired.

Definition:to take on or accept a position, responsibility, or possession

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Example:The bandits seized control of the village.

Definition:to take control of or possession of something

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Example:The new landlord took possession of the house after the former tenant moved out.

Definition:to gain and hold possession of something

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