take on liabilities

Frequency: 6.27.1 per million words

to accept responsibility for debts, often when buying a business

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  • The acquiring company agreed to take on all the existing liabilities of the smaller firm.
  • In the merger, we had to take on significant liabilities from the failing entity.
  • Are you prepared to take on the financial liabilities associated with this investment?
  • The new owner decided to take on the company's long-term liabilities as part of the deal.
  • Small businesses often hesitate to take on large liabilities without careful consideration.
  • By signing the contract, they will take on legal liabilities for any future damages.
  • She advised against the acquisition due to the immense liabilities they would have to take on.
  • The government had to take on the liabilities of the bankrupt national airline.
  • Before expanding, it's crucial to assess your capacity to take on additional liabilities.
  • The investor was willing to take on the environmental liabilities of the industrial site.