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take down

take down


transitive verb 
Definition:
 
1. lower something in position: to move something from a higher position to a lower one

2. write something down: to make a note of something in writing
take down the names and addresses of the witnesses

3. dismantle something: to dismantle or demolish something

4. humiliate somebody: to make somebody less arrogant or powerful
That public criticism sure took him down a peg or two!

5. wrestling force opponent to fall: to force an opponent to the mat during a wrestling match

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