take advantage of someone or something
- take advantage of someone or something
take advantage of someone or something
to utilize someone or something to the fullest extent. •
Try to take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way.
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Please take advantage of the consultant while she is here in the office.
Dictionary of American idioms.
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