take a wife

make an honest woman

To marry (a woman), especially if there is an existing sexual relation …

take part

To participate or join.

take French leave

To leave quietly and unnoticed, without asking for permission or infor …

take guard

(For a new batsman, with help from the umpire) to mark a point on the …

take the piss

To tease, ridicule or mock (someone).

take a breather

To take a break; to pause or relax briefly.