take hold

• Saisir, attraper ou prendre le contrôle de quelque chose physiquement, ou commencer à influencer fortement quelqu'un ou quelque chose.

To grasp, seize, or take control of something physically, or to begin affecting or influencing someone or something strongly.

1. Grasp physicallyB1formal

   To grab or grip something firmly with the hands.

   saisir physiquement

   • He took hold of the rope and pulled himself up.
   • She took hold of the child's hand to cross the street.
   • Take hold of the handle and turn it clockwise.

2. Become establishedB2formal

   To become firmly established or start to have an effect.

   s'établir

   • The new ideas slowly took hold among the population.
   • The disease took hold quickly in the crowded city.
   • The tradition of celebrating the holiday took hold in the 19th century.

3. Gain control or influenceB2formal

   To start to have a strong influence or control over someone or something.

   prendre le dessus

   • Fear took hold of him as he entered the dark room.
   • The revolutionary movement took hold across the country.
   • A sense of panic took hold of the crowd.