take-over

[US]/ˈteɪkˌəʊvə/
[UK]/ˈteɪkˌoʊvər/

Translation

n.the act of taking control or possession of something, especially a company
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

take-over bid

take-over attempt

take-over target

take-over talks

take-over deal

take-over process

take-over success

take-over failure

Example Sentences

the company announced a hostile take-over of its main competitor.

we expect a smooth take-over process with minimal disruption.

the government investigated the proposed take-over for antitrust concerns.

the successful take-over significantly increased shareholder value.

a failed take-over attempt led to a decline in the stock price.

the board approved the take-over bid after careful consideration.

the take-over negotiations lasted for several months.

the private equity firm launched a surprise take-over offer.

the regulatory body blocked the take-over due to market dominance.

the management team resisted the unsolicited take-over attempt.

the take-over agreement included several key conditions.

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