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takeover

gb/tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/ us/tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
B2 انگریزی
~ 9400
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اسم B2 event
1

one company buying another

The event when one company buys most or all of another company so that it can control it.

استعمال کا انداز: the takeover of [company] by [company]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes write *take over* as two words when they mean the noun, as in *"a take over"* instead of *"a takeover"*. Use **takeover** (one word) for the noun ("a takeover"), and **take over** (two words) for the verb ("to take over a company"). Learners may also confuse **takeover** with **merger**; a merger suggests two companies joining as equals, while a takeover usually suggests one company gaining control of another.
ہم معنی الفاظ
acquisition (The standard business term; slightly more formal and broader, but often interchangeable in corporate contexts.) | buyout (Common in business news; often suggests buying enough shares to gain control, sometimes of a private company.)
متضاد الفاظ
sale (Focuses on the company selling its assets or shares rather than another company gaining control.) | divestment (Refers to a company selling or getting rid of assets or businesses rather than buying them.)
لفظی تراکیب
hostile takeover |friendly takeover |takeover bid |corporate takeover |block a takeover |launch a takeover
موضوعات
business |economics |law |finance
مثالیں
  • The proposed takeover of the startup by the tech giant raised concerns about competition.
  • Share prices jumped after rumors of a possible takeover by a foreign bank.
  • Regulators blocked the takeover on the grounds that it would create a monopoly.
  • The company narrowly avoided a hostile takeover from a rival firm.
  • Investors approved the takeover at an extraordinary general meeting.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • The takeover of the small company by a big one was on the news.
  • After the takeover, many workers lost their jobs.
  • The board is talking about a possible takeover by a US company.
  • The government stopped the takeover because it was too risky.
  • The takeover made the company part of a large group.
اسم B2 event
2

seizure of power or control

The event when a group suddenly takes control of a government, group, or place, often using force.

استعمال کا انداز: the takeover of [organization/place] by [group]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes confuse this political/military sense with the business sense. In news about **governments, armies, rebels, or cities**, **takeover** usually means a seizure of power or control, not a company purchase. If money and shares are involved, it is usually the business sense; if soldiers or protests are involved, it is usually this political sense.
ہم معنی الفاظ
coup (A very common term for the sudden, usually illegal, takeover of a government, especially by the military.) | seizure of power (Describes the action more literally and can be used in more formal or legal contexts.)
متضاد الفاظ
handover of power (Describes power being given up or passed on peacefully rather than taken.) | withdrawal (Refers to forces or groups leaving an area or position instead of taking control of it.)
لفظی تراکیب
military takeover |armed takeover |takeover of power |government takeover |takeover of the capital
موضوعات
politics |conflict |society |law
مثالیں
  • The military takeover sparked international condemnation and widespread protests.
  • Rebels announced their takeover of the capital on state television.
  • The sudden takeover of the party by hardliners surprised many observers.
  • Citizens feared a violent takeover if the election results were disputed.
  • The attempted takeover of the radio station failed when police arrived.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • People were afraid of a military takeover of the country.
  • The takeover of the city happened during the night.
  • After the takeover, many leaders were sent to prison.
  • The world watched the takeover of power on TV.
  • The rebels planned a takeover of the government buildings.
اسم B2 event
3

starting to control a role/task

The event when a person or group starts to control a job, team, or activity that another person or group had before.

استعمال کا انداز: the takeover of [role/task] by [person/group]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes feel that **takeover** must always involve money or force. In everyday work or school English, it can simply mean one person or group taking over a job or responsibility from another, with or without conflict or payment.
ہم معنی الفاظ
assumption of control (More formal and slightly longer; emphasizes the moment control is taken.) | succession (Often used when one leader follows another, especially in formal or planned changes.)
متضاد الفاظ
handover (Focuses on giving control to someone else, the opposite direction of a takeover.) | resignation (Describes the act of giving up a role, which often comes before someone else’s takeover.)
لفظی تراکیب
smooth takeover |takeover process |leadership takeover |takeover date |new management takeover
موضوعات
work |daily_life |organization |business
مثالیں
  • The coach’s mid-season takeover completely changed the team’s style of play.
  • Staff were worried about the takeover of day-to-day operations by an external consultant.
  • Her takeover of the project led to faster decisions and clearer goals.
  • The takeover of the department by the new director was smoother than expected.
  • We prepared detailed notes to make the takeover as easy as possible for the next manager.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • The takeover of the class by a new teacher was hard for some students.
  • After his takeover of the team, results slowly improved.
  • Her takeover of the project helped finish it on time.
  • We planned the takeover of duties for next month.
  • The company wants a smooth takeover when the boss retires.
اسم informal C1 event
4

guest control of a media channel

A special time when a guest controls another person’s or brand’s social-media account or show for a short time.

استعمال کا انداز: a [platform/channel] takeover by [person/group]
عام غلطی:
Learners may think **takeover** always suggests something negative or unwanted. In social media and entertainment, a **takeover** is usually a positive, planned event where a guest is invited to control the channel for a short time.
ہم معنی الفاظ
guest hosting (Common in TV and radio; stresses the guest’s role as a temporary host.) | guest appearance (Broader and less specific about control, but often used in similar media contexts.)
متضاد الفاظ
regular programming (Refers to the normal schedule or usual host instead of a special guest-led event.) | account owner control (Describes the usual situation where the owner, not a guest, controls the account.)
لفظی تراکیب
Instagram takeover |social media takeover |account takeover |channel takeover |celebrity takeover
موضوعات
media |internet |entertainment |communication |technology |arts_entertainment
مثالیں
  • The singer is doing an Instagram takeover on the brand’s account this weekend.
  • Tonight’s episode features a special takeover of the show by a group of young activists.
  • We planned a social media takeover to promote the new product launch.
  • Fans loved the channel takeover by the comedy duo.
  • The magazine announced a week-long takeover of its stories by readers.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • The actor did an Instagram takeover for one day.
  • Our school had a social media takeover by students.
  • The TV show will have a special takeover next Friday.
  • The brand used a celebrity takeover to get more followers.
  • They planned a channel takeover to celebrate the final game.
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ہجا بندی اور زور
takeover (1 ہجا)
Stress on 1st syllable (takeover)
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Noun
  • Base: takeover
  • Plural: takeovers
متعلقہ الفاظ
Forms
takeovers noun
Core family
take verb A1 taker noun
Related words
takeaway noun B1 retake verb
Advanced or less common
intake noun B1 uptake noun overtake verb B1
عبارات

corporate takeover

1
/kˈɔɹpɚɪt tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

company-to-company takeover

A takeover where one company buys and controls another company.

مثالیں
  • The law was designed to make hostile corporate takeovers more difficult.
  • Corporate takeovers can lead to job cuts and restructuring.
  • Analysts say another corporate takeover in this sector is likely.

friendly takeover

3
/fɹˈɛndli tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

agreed corporate takeover

When one company buys another company and the other company’s leaders agree and support the deal.

مثالیں
  • The two firms announced a friendly takeover valued at three billion dollars.
  • A friendly takeover is usually faster because both sides cooperate.
  • Unlike a hostile bid, this friendly takeover has the full support of the board.

government takeover

5
/ɡˈʌvɚnmənt tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

state taking control of something

When a government takes control of a company, service, or part of the economy.

مثالیں
  • Many voters opposed a government takeover of private healthcare providers.
  • The crisis led to a temporary government takeover of the bank.
  • Some workers welcomed the government takeover, hoping for more job security.

Instagram takeover

7
/ˈɪnstəɡɹˌæm tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase informal

guest runs another’s Instagram account

A special event when a guest uses and posts on someone else’s Instagram account for a short time.

مثالیں
  • The blogger is doing an Instagram takeover on the travel brand’s account this weekend.
  • We organized an Instagram takeover with a local artist to promote the festival.
  • Fans can ask questions during tomorrow’s Instagram takeover.

management takeover

4
/mˈænɪd͡ʒmənt tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

new management takes control

When a new group of managers starts to control a company or organization.

مثالیں
  • After the management takeover, the company changed its strategy.
  • Staff were nervous about the management takeover and possible layoffs.
  • The management takeover was completed at the start of the new financial year.

military takeover

6
/mˈɪlɪtˌɛɹi tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

army seizure of power

When the army takes control of a government or area, usually by force.

مثالیں
  • The international community condemned the military takeover of the country.
  • Curfews were imposed across the capital after the military takeover.
  • Citizens feared a long period of instability following the military takeover.

takeover bid

2
/tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ bˈɪd/
fixed phrase

offer to buy and control a company

An official offer to buy many shares in a company so that the buyer can control it.

مثالیں
  • The company’s shares rose after a takeover bid from a foreign investor.
  • The regulator is reviewing the terms of the takeover bid.
  • Several banks are helping to finance the takeover bid.

hostile takeover

1
/hɑstˈaɪl tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase business

unwanted company acquisition

When one company buys another company even though the managers of the second company do not want it.

مثالیں
  • The corporation launched a hostile takeover of its rival.
  • Shareholders approved the hostile takeover despite management's objections.

hostile takeover

2
/hɑstˈaɪl tˈeɪkˌoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase

unwanted corporate takeover

When one company tries to buy and control another company even though the other company’s leaders do not want it.

مثالیں
  • The board is looking for ways to prevent a hostile takeover by its main competitor.
  • Shareholders might welcome a hostile takeover if it offers a high price.
  • The company became a target for a hostile takeover after its profits fell.
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