To begin to engage in or pursue a new activity or hobby. She decided to take up painting as a way to relax after work.
To occupy space, time, or attention. The new sofa takes up a lot of space in the living room.
To accept or adopt a challenge or responsibility. He was eager to take up the challenge of leading the new project.
To continue or resume something after an interruption. Let's take up the discussion where we left off yesterday.
To shorten or tighten something, such as clothing. She had to take up the hem of her dress because it was too long.