Idiom: On the take
Meaning: Someone who is stealing from work is on the take.
Country: British English
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Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
Meaning: This is used as a term to describe someone in a position of authority who is corrupt, someone who will take money in exchange for doing something for the person paying that may be illegal.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Police & Crime | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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