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单词 thesaurus/articles/to-accept-something-that-is-offered
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Thesaurus article:to accept something that is offered

to accept something that is offered

These words mean to willingly take something that someone offers you or say yes to an offer made by someone.

Acceptcan be used of things that someone gives to you, such as gifts or money, or offers that are made to you.Acceptis slightly formal.

They were charged with accepting illegal contributions.
I’m afraid I can’t accept your generous offer.
The Prime Minister will accept the president's invitation.

Takecan also be used of things that someone gives to you or offers that are made to you.Takeis more common in everyday English.

She offered him the job and he took it.
Do you like these earrings? Here, take them! I'd be happy for you to have them.

When you have agreed to accept an offer or invitation from someone, you can usesay yes. You can also usesay yes to.

I asked him to marry me and he said yes.
We need to give people a reason to say yes to working for us.

You can alsotake someone up ontheir offer or invitation.

Thank you – I’d like to take you up on your offer.
"I've got a load of old books if you want them." "Thanks, I may take you up on that."

Related articles

to accept that something is true
acceptance of something
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