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Discover LudwigThe phrase 'this takes' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to refer to an action, process, or event that requires a certain amount of time or effort. For example: "Studying for the exam takes a lot of commitment and hard work."
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But this takes time.
This takes time.
"This takes years".
This takes complete passion".
This takes the biscuit.
This takes ages - hurrah.
"This takes several steps out.
But changing this takes time.
"This takes time," he said.
This takes us to 2016.
This takes the boring cake.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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