revenge vs take revenge

revenge

verb
  • To take revenge for (a particular harmful action) or on behalf of (its victim); to avenge. 

  • To take one's revenge (on or upon someone). 

noun
  • A win by a previous loser. 

  • Any form of personal, retaliatory action against an individual, institution, or group for some alleged or perceived harm or injustice. 

take revenge

verb
  • To avenge; to get back at. 

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