Cases of word usage

1) to take in (e.g. liquid, heat, light) (absorb)

2) take a child into one's family is a son or daughter, with the legal responsibilities of a parent (adopt)

3) (of a person) not able or willing to show feelings or take part (because nervous, arrogant etc) (aloof)

4) to take possession of (a region, country) (usually by force) (annex)

5) a test given to a musician, singer or actor wishing to take part in a performance (audition)

6) not helpful; not effective; to make use of, take advantage of, something (avail)

7) to get or take revenge for (oneself) for (something) (avenge)

8) to take the first action, do the first part (begin)

9) to take (something) (from a person) and use it on the understanding that it is to be returned (borrow)

10) to take part in a noisy quarrel or fight (brawl)