taken vs Taken for

Both 'taken' and 'taken for' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Taken' is used when referring to someone or something being captured or removed, while 'taken for' is used when someone is mistaken for someone or something else.

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taken

This is a correct and commonly used phrase in English.

The word 'taken' is used when referring to someone or something being captured or removed. It can also be used in the context of understanding or accepting something.

Examples:

The thief was taken by the police.
She was taken to the hospital.
I have taken your advice.
He was taken aback by the news.
The book has taken a new direction.

Alternatives:

captured
removed
accepted

Taken for

This is a correct phrase in English, used when someone is mistaken for someone or something else.

The phrase 'taken for' is used when someone is mistaken for someone or something else. It implies a case of mistaken identity.

Examples:

She was taken for her sister by a stranger.
He was taken for a famous actor at the party.
The cat was taken for a lion in the dark.
I was taken for a student by the teacher.
The twins are often taken for each other.

Alternatives:

mistaken for
confused with
misidentified as

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