Except and Take on

Except

Except verb - To present an opposing opinion or argument.

Take on and except are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Take on" instead a verb "Except".

Take on

Take on verb - To enter into contest or conflict with.

Except and take on are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Except" instead a verb "Take on".

Mutual synonyms

Both terms in one sentence

  • The East: the initiation test for eco-terrorist group called The East is a take on the allegory of the long spoons, except with straightjackets instead of arm splints.
    Source: Homage
  • Video Game / Puyo Puyo Fever 2 has the three courses again, except the player character is now chosen between Amitie, Raffine, and Sig, each with a different take on the plot.
  • Except in their final evolutions, where they take on other insectoid forms—and some even become graceful fairies.
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