take advantage of

1. Put to good use; avail oneself of; also, profit selfishly by, exploit. For example, Let's take advantage of the good weather and go hiking, or They really take advantage of her good nature, getting her to do all the disagreeable chores. [Late 1300s]

Example Sentences

Because sports betting is done on phones, the major companies can take advantage of all the psychological tools that social media companies have developed to track your behavior, keep you on their apps, and incentivize spending, even after—or particularly after—you show signs of addiction.

From Slate

They drop a second straight game to the Pittsburgh Pirates to suffer their fourth defeat in the last five games and are unable to take advantage of the San Diego Padres’ own slump.

From Los Angeles Times

"Even when we follow the correct processes in the correct way, there will be a small number of prisoners who do not take advantage of every opportunity for rehabilitation, reform, and rebuilding their lives as constructive members of society, " she said.

From BBC

“It’s really important to take advantage of this sale that’s going to be expiring.”

From Los Angeles Times

They felt this was a time to take advantage of the fact that, as champions, they would be more attractive to potential signings.

From BBC

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