Hang by a thread and Take for

Hang by a thread verb - Depend on a small thing or be at risk.

Take for and hang by a thread are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Take for" instead a verb phrase "Hang by a thread".

Take for verb - Keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view.

Hang by a thread and take for are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hang by a thread" instead a verb "Take for".