Getting paid for one’s role in fraud or corruption.
The entire state of Louisiana is on the take.
To accept bribes or take money from a business transaction.
"Jimmy's on the take"
Being bribed to look the other way when the briber commits a crime or show favour to the briber despite his shortcomings.
"The police don't give a shit because they're all on the take" said the drunk.
Taking or seeking illegal income;
Don't worry about arrest, There was a policeman on the take.
What attorneys (usually the defense) will say when presenting evidence to back their claims in the Ace Attorney series
Phoenix: Take that! As we all know, the victim was on a vacation to Paris. The time difference between here and Paris is about 9 hours.