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.