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take vs take away

Both 'take' and 'take away' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Take' is used when referring to grabbing or carrying something, while 'take away' is used when referring to removing or subtracting something.

Last updated: March 19, 2024

take

Correct. 'Take' is used when referring to grabbing or carrying something.

Use 'take' when you want to indicate the action of grabbing or carrying something from one place to another.

Examples:

  • I will take the book with me.
  • Can you take the bags to the car?

Alternatives:

  • grab
  • carry
  • bring
  • fetch
  • hold

take away

Correct. 'Take away' is used when referring to removing or subtracting something.

Use 'take away' when you want to indicate the action of removing or subtracting something from a place or situation.

Examples:

  • Please take away the empty plates.
  • The teacher will take away your phone if you use it in class.

Alternatives:

  • remove
  • subtract
  • eliminate
  • extract
  • withdraw

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