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They take the poison themselves

🇬🇧 UK //ðeɪ teɪk ðə ˈpɔɪzən ðəmˈsɛlvz// 🇺🇸 US //ðeɪ teɪk ðə ˈpɔɪzən ðɛmˈsɛlvz//

Meaning of They take the poison themselves

They consume the poison without anyone else.

In simple words: They use the poison by themselves.

They take the poison themselves in a sentence

• They take the poison themselves to avoid any suspicion.
• In the old story, they take the poison themselves as a final act of defiance.
• Knowing the risks, they take the poison themselves rather than let others suffer.
• In a moment of despair, they take the poison themselves, feeling there is no other way.
• The villain had convinced them that to be heroic, they must take the poison themselves.

How to use They take the poison themselves

Use in neutral contexts when referring to self-consumption or self-administration of substances. Avoid in light or casual discussions.

Grammar pattern

take + object

Memory hint

Imagine a character bravely choosing to drink poison themselves.

Related words

Collocations with They take the poison themselves

• take poison
• toxic substance
• self-inflicted harm

Synonyms for They take the poison themselves

• administer
• consume
• ingest
• self-administer
• self-consume

Common mistakes with They take the poison themselves

• Confusing with 'they take the poison for themselves', which has a different meaning.
• Using 'poison' metaphorically without clarifying it refers to a literal substance.
• Incorrectly using 'take' with subjects that don't engage in direct action.

Frequently asked questions about They take the poison themselves

What does They take the poison themselves mean?

They use the poison by themselves.

What is the definition of They take the poison themselves?

They consume the poison without anyone else.

How do you use They take the poison themselves in a sentence?

They take the poison themselves to avoid any suspicion.

Can you give another example of They take the poison themselves?

In the old story, they take the poison themselves as a final act of defiance.

What are synonyms for They take the poison themselves?

Common alternatives include administer, consume, ingest, self-administer, self-consume.

What words go with They take the poison themselves?

It commonly pairs with take poison, toxic substance, self-inflicted harm.

What are common mistakes when using They take the poison themselves?

Confusing with 'they take the poison for themselves', which has a different meaning. Using 'poison' metaphorically without clarifying it refers to a literal substance. Incorrectly using 'take' with subjects that don't engage in direct action.

How do you pronounce They take the poison themselves?

US: //ðeɪ teɪk ðə ˈpɔɪzən ðɛmˈsɛlvz//, UK: //ðeɪ teɪk ðə ˈpɔɪzən ðəmˈsɛlvz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They take the poison themselves?

Use in neutral contexts when referring to self-consumption or self-administration of substances. Avoid in light or casual discussions.