1. : to make use of for one's own benefit : use to advantage : profit by
extends his examination … to take advantage of modern methods of diagnosis — Morris Fishbein
feels we are not taking proper advantage of our opportunity — R.A.Smith
2. : impose upon : abuse, exploit
was always good to people … and there was those that took advantage of him — Nigel Balchin
not above taking advantage of another's weakness
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take advantage of
1. To avail oneself of
2. To make undue use of an advantage over
3. To seduce
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Main Entry: ↑advantage
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I1) make unfair demands on (someone) who cannot or will not resist; exploit or make unfair use of for one's own benefit
people tend to take advantage of a placid nature
■ dated (used euphemistically) seduce
2) make good use of the opportunities offered by (something)
take full advantage of the facilities available
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take advantage of
1 : to use (something, such as an opportunity) in a way that helps you : to make good use of (something)
We took advantage of the warm weather and did some yard work.
They are taking advantage of an opportunity to travel.
2 a : to ask for or expect more than is fair or reasonable from (someone) : to treat (someone who is generous or helpful) unfairly
After a while, I began to think she was taking advantage of me.
He took advantage of [=exploited] my lack of knowledge.
She took advantage of our generosity.
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Main Entry: ↑advantage
Useful english dictionary. 2012.