take hold

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Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To grasp or grip something physically: To have or hold something in one's hands or with one's grasp.
    • To gain control or influence over someone or something: To begin to have a strong effect, influence, or control, often over a person's mind, a situation, or a place.
Usage Examples

  • Verb (Physical Grasp):

    • Please take hold of the rope so you don't slip.
    • She took hold of the child's hand to cross the street safely.

  • Verb (Gain Control/Influence):

    • A sense of panic began to take hold in the crowded room.
    • The new policy will take hold gradually over the next few months.
Advanced Usage

  • "take hold of": This phrasal form is commonly used for both meanings.

    • Take hold of the railing for support. (Physical grasp)
    • A profound sadness took hold of him after the news. (Gain influence)

  • "to get/take a hold of": An informal variant emphasizing the act of obtaining control or grasp.

    • I need to get a hold of the latest report. (Obtain physically or access information)
    • You should take a hold of your finances. (Gain control)
Variants and Related Words
  • Hold (v/n): The root verb and noun. As a verb, it means to have or keep in one's grasp. As a noun, it means an act of grasping or a place for grasping.
  • Grip (v/n): A close synonym meaning to take and keep a firm hold of; to compel the attention of.
Synonyms
  • Grasp: To seize and hold firmly.
  • Seize: To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.
  • Grip: To take and keep a firm hold of.
  • Prevail: To become effective or gain dominance (for the 'gain control' sense).
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Take hold of: To grasp physically or to begin to control/influence.
    • The idea took hold of her imagination and wouldn't let go.
  • Get hold of: To manage to obtain, contact, or grasp.
    • I finally got hold of the necessary documents.
Related Idioms
  • Take firm hold: To establish strong control or influence.
    • The tradition has taken firm hold in the community.
  • Lose its hold: To lose control or influence.
    • The old superstition is losing its hold on people's minds.
Verb
  1. have or hold in one's hands or grip
    • Hold this bowl for a moment, please
    • A crazy idea took hold of him
  2. assume control

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