takes point

A form of take point — To assume the first and most exposed position in a formation in combat; to serve as the lead soldier or unit advancing through hostile or unsecured territory.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of take point
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takes point. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/takes%20point

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“takes point.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/takes%20point. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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