Sentence examples for takes including from inspiring English sources

Expect cajoling, jawboning, arm-twisting — whatever it takes (including the occasional lavish display of flattery) as lawmakers seek to protect their own seats and damage their opponents'.

Nevertheless, McCain pledges "victory" in Iraq, whatever that takes, including a 100-year-long military presence in the country; threatening Russia, he also seems ready to bomb Iran.

The Vitra showroom abounds in double takes, including an acrylic-impregnated wood floor in a tiger-stripe pattern and display platforms that turn into staircases.

As long as more money helps a politician succeed, I want my candidate to do whatever it takes (including finding ways around the law) to have a financial advantage.

The courtship of Jim and Melisande is developed through languorous long takes, including one unbroken four-and-a-half-minute shot in which Jim instructs the French girl in the art and science of chewing gum.

The generals who form the ruling military council are proving that they will do whatever it takes — including killing protesters and detaining thousands — to protect their authority and control of lucrative chunks of the economy.

Delay could also force extreme measures to be taken including sucking CO2 out of the air.

Kean warns of long-term repercussions unless actions are taken, including an impact on future audiences.

Discuss precautions an athlete can take, including exercises, techniques and proper use of equipment.

In this year's draft, 15 non-Americans were taken, including three Australians in the first round.

Those 30 jobs are taken, including the one Randolph could have had.