take to be

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Explanation of "Take to Be"

The phrase "take to be" means to consider someone or something in a certain way. When you "take something to be" a certain thing, you are making a judgment or opinion about it.

Summary

In summary, "take to be" is a useful phrase when you want to express your opinion or perception of someone or something.

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Verb

1. look on as or consider
   • she looked on this affair as a joke
   • He thinks of himself as a brilliant musician
   • He is reputed to be intelligent

Synonyms

• think of
• repute
• regard as
• look upon
• look on
• esteem