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Meaning of take the cross | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To accept a sign or badge depicting the Christian cross as part of an oath or vow, especially to take part in a crusade.

historical

Examples

“And in this respect⟳ he was not alone; noblemen throughout Europe were forever taking the cross and vowing loudly to set⟳ sail⟳ for the Holy Land⟳, only to discover⟳ any number⟳ of good reasons for not actually doing so.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

take the cure take the easy way out take the edge off take the fall take the field take the fifth

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