Take on a new meaning Meaning in English
expression
释义
When something, often a word or situation, starts to be understood or interpreted in a different or additional way than before.
用法与细微差别
Common in academic, news, and conversational contexts. Used for words, symbols, traditions, or events whose significance changes. Usually used after an event causes people to re-interpret something.
例句
After the accident, the word 'safe' takes on a new meaning for our family.
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When you become a parent, 'love' takes on a new meaning.
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For many people, the flag has taken on a new meaning.
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Suddenly, all those childhood stories take on a new meaning after you become a parent yourself.
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When you travel to new places, the word 'home' takes on a new meaning.
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After everything that happened last year, the phrase 'take care' really takes on a new meaning now.
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