what does 'take on' mean in this sentence?
Before the researcher analyzed the results, the company agreed to take on the client.

Thanks!

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what does 'take on' mean in this sentence?
Before the researcher analyzed the results, the company agreed to take on the client.

Thanks!

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It means 'to agree to be responsible for the client' in this context.
'Take on' does not only mean to start to employ someone. It also means 'to accept a responsibility'.

Examples:
A school that takes on difficult students.
(it does not mean employ here)

The company is taking on new staff this year.
take on = employ

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make him part of your client base

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take on new staff = employ new staff
take on a new client = establish a new client (you don't employ clients)

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One use of the phrasal verb "take on" is accept...

So the company agreed to accept the client.... or the company agreed to work with the client.

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Nicole

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