Cловарь синонимов английского языка 2 - take up

1.
Raise, lift.
2.
Begin (especially where another has left off).
3.
Fasten (with a ligature).
4.
Engross, engage, employ.
5.
Occupy, fill, cover.
6.
Arrest, seize, catch, take prisoner, take into custody.
7.
Assume, adopt.
8.
Pay (as a note), discharge, settle.
9.
Buy or borrow.
10.
Answer by reproof, reprimand.
11.
Comprise, include.
12.
Collect, exact (as a tax).