1. She's very sporty. She takes after her dad. I prefer to sit down with a good book.

2. It's a very generous offer but I can't take you up on it. I'm just not willing to sell right now.

3. I've taken up watercolour painting recently. I find it incredibly relaxing.

My mum was almost taken in by a phone scam. Thankfully the bank were able to block the transfer and she didn't lose any money.

5. Take me through the process step by step, from when we put in the offer until we get the keys to the house.

6. He's a qualified engineer so we can take it as read that he's good at maths.

7. He's a notorious liar. It's better just to take everything he says with a pinch of salt.

8. They want to take over the business because they need access to this market. I think you can hold out for a higher price.

9. One of the large insurance companies is relocating their office and they are taking on some staff. You should apply.

10. He's got three dogs and five cats. They're strays but he's always taking in homeless or mistreated animals.