TAKEN UP
\tˈe͡ɪkən ˈʌp], \tˈeɪkən ˈʌp], \t_ˈeɪ_k_ə_n ˈʌ_p]\
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having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something; "became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle"; "was absolutely obsessed with the girl"; "got no help from his wife who was preoccupied with the children"; "he was taken up in worry for the old woman"
By Princeton University
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Health Personnel Attitudes
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