take hold of

• Saisir, attraper ou prendre le contrôle de quelque chose physiquement, ou commencer à fortement influencer ou affecter 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 seize something with the hands.

   saisir physiquement

   • He took hold of the rope and pulled it.
   • She took hold of the child's hand to cross the street.
   • Take hold of the handle and lift the box.

2. Gain control or influenceB2formal

   To begin to have a strong effect or influence over someone or something.

   prendre le dessus sur

   • Fear took hold of him as he entered the dark room.
   • A new idea took hold of the team's imagination.
   • The economic crisis took hold of the entire region.