take

(verb)

interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression

All clip examples

• He might wake up and take it the wrong way. (Angel and the Badman)
• But I guess I'll have to take the little lady's word for it. (Angel and the Badman)
• I take it you have a date for tonight, too. (The Amazing Mr. X)
• To think I took you for a cashier. (Scarlet Street)
• I feared His Excellency wouldn't take our report this well. (Plan 9 from Outer Space)
• Take any fire, any earthquake, any major disaster, (Plan 9 from Outer Space)