👉 To get into one's hands, possession or control, with or without force.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That’s a tricky word, “taken,” isn’t it? Let’s break it down nice and slow. The dictionary gives us a pretty good clue, you see – “To get into one's hands, possession or control, with or without force.” Let's think about that for a moment... "Taken" means something has moved from one place to another, or perhaps more importantly, it means someone or something has gained something. Here’s a little rhyme to help you remember: “Taken” is a verb, listen close and hear, It means possession, banish all fear! It could be a toy, a treasure so bright, Or taken by force, in the fading of light.” Let's look at some examples: "The thief took my wallet." (He gained control, without force!) “She took the cookies from the jar!” (She got possession.) “The wind took his hat away.” (It moved out of his hands – no force needed there!) Do you understand now? "Taken" is about gaining something, whether it’s through a simple act or...well, let's just say sometimes things are taken in a less friendly way. Now, can anyone give me an example of when they might use the word "taken"? Don't be shy!
