take word for
take (one's) word for (something)
To accept what one says without further verifying or investigating. You're right to be wary, but I think we can take John's word for what's going on. He has no reason to lie to us.
take (one's) word for it
To accept what one says without further verifying or investigating. You're right to be wary, but, in this case, I think we can take John's word for it. He has no reason to lie to us.
take (one's) word on (something)
To accept what one says without further verifying or investigating. You're right to be wary, but I think we can take John's word on this issue. He has no reason to lie to us.
take (one's) word on it
To accept what one says without further verifying or investigating. You're right to be wary, but, in this case, I think we can take John's word on it. He has no reason to lie to us.
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take someone's word for something
and take someone's word on somethingto believe what someone says about something without seeking further information or proof. It's true! Take my word for it. I can't prove it. You will have to take my word on it.
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