Phrase guide

what it takes

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Everything that is required, especially skill or endurance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, idiomatic, uncountable

Examples

  • You don't know what it takes to succeed at competitive frisbee.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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