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bring/take

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bring/take

bring take

What is the difference between bring and take?

Bring is used to denote motion toward a speaker or place. Take is used to denote motion away from a person or place.

Bring the books over here, and I will take them to the library.

Extra Examples:

Bring my car around.
Tell them to bring me a bottle.
I didn't bring anything formal.
She'd buy the pizza and have it delivered if they would bring her some.
"I'll even bring the paperwork with me," he offered.

I can take care of myself.
We'll take care of them together.
My parents at once determined to take me to Baltimore to see if anything could be done for my eyes.
And take care of yourself, too.
"Take the bag and count the money that is in it," he said.

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