Definition of "takeover" []

• The act or an instance of assuming control or management of or responsibility for something, especially the seizure of power, as in a nation, political organization, or corporation. (noun)

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• "According to the FAO, this takeover is an example of exactly the kind of nationally controlled leadership of anti-hunger programs that can -- and must -- be integral to addressing world hunger."
• "A cultural takeover is happening right in front of our eyes."
• "Last night's dramatic intervention by Tom Hicks and George Gillett means an Anfield takeover is far from done."