taking over

(noun) acquisition of property by descent or by will. Synonyms: succession, taking over.

(verb) seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession. Synonyms: assume, usurp, seize, take over, arrogate. Examples: "He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town." "He usurped my rights." "She seized control of the throne after her husband died."

(verb) take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities. Synonyms: assume, adopt, take on, take over. Example: "When will the new president assume office?."

(verb) free someone temporarily from his or her obligations. Synonyms: take over, relieve.

(verb) take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person. Synonyms: bear, take over, accept, assume. Examples: "I'll accept the charges." "She agreed to bear the responsibility."

(verb) take over ownership of; of corporations and companies. Synonyms: take over, buy out, buy up.

(verb) do over. Synonyms: repeat, take over. Example: "They would like to take it over again."

(verb) take up and practice as one's own. Synonyms: adopt, borrow, take over, take up.

(verb) take up, as of debts or payments. Synonyms: absorb, take over. Example: "Absorb the costs for something."