he took us in
21took him under his wings — took him under his patronage, became his patron …
22took hormones — took medication containing hormones …
23took it upon himself — took responsibility, accepted on himself …
24took measures — took steps …
25took risks — took chances, endangered himself …
26took some time off — took a break …
27took the initiative — took charge, began something independently …
28took the law into his own hands — took his own revenge, sought individual justice rather judicial justice …
29took the opportunity — took advantage of the moment, seized the chance …
30took time by the forelock — took advantage of the time, got something out of every minute that he had …