Meaning of the word "take the time" in English

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take the time

US /teɪk ðə taɪm/
UK /teɪk ðə taɪm/
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Phrase

1.

to make the effort to do something; to spend enough time to do something well or carefully

Example:
Please take the time to read the instructions carefully.
He always takes the time to listen to his employees' concerns.
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