Take For Ones Own Use Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is COOPT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: COOPT

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	5		Exact Match!
2	27%	5		Take for one's own use
3	22%	5		Ones trapped in boxes of their own making?

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "CO-OPT" which means:

verb

• Choose or elect as a fellow member or colleague
• Neutralize or win over through assimilation into an established group
• Appoint summarily or commandeer
• Take or assume for one's own use

An example sentence would be:

• "The company tried to co-opt the rival's employees by offering them higher salaries."
• "The government often tries to co-opt opposition leaders in order to maintain control."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times13 Jun 2000	Down 23
New York Times13 Jun 2000	Down 23
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