betook
verb (past tense of 'beotle' or 'bereke', which are archaic forms) as in strong fondness
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Example:He betook himself to a quiet cabin in the woods, seeking solitude.
Definition:Moving to
Example:After the argument, he betook himself to his bedroom, vowing never to return to the house.
Definition:Taking up a position of
Example:He betook himself to himself a position of great power and influence after the coup.
Definition:Taking to oneself, settling into
Example:After retiring, a wealthy businessman betook himself to a life of leisure and travel.
Definition:Adopting a lifestyle of
Example:He betook himself to his destiny, setting out on the journey that would determine his future.
Definition:Taking the path or future that fate has indicated
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