takes the count

The phrase “takes the count” has 3 syllables: takes the count.

It's pronounced as /teɪks ðə kaʊnt/.


What is synonym and antonym for takes the count?

In the thesaurus, “takes the count” has 21 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for takes the count along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for takes the count

  • bow
  • break down
  • buckle
  • capitulate
  • cave in
  • cease
  • decline
  • defer
  • drop
  • fall
  • falls
  • give in
  • give way
  • go down
  • loses
  • pass away
  • perish
  • quit
  • throws
  • wilt
  • yield

Antonyms for takes the count

  • ascend
  • continue
  • defend
  • fight
  • go up
  • prevails
  • rise
  • triumphs
  • wins

Example Sentences

  • In the final round, the boxer takes the count after a powerful blow from his opponent.
  • The referee starts the countdown as the fallen player slowly takes the count.
  • During the wrestling match, the champion takes the count after being pinned to the mat.
  • After a long battle, the exhausted fighter finally takes the count and concedes defeat.
  • The audience held their breath as the underdog takes the count, hoping he would rise before ten.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to takes the count, such as: ascend, bow, break down, buckle, capitulate, cave in, cease.

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