The term 'take by force' can be defined by the crossword solutions of COMMANDEER (10 letters), HIJACK (6 letters), WREST (5 letters), USURP (5 letters), CAPTURE (7 letters), SEIZE (5 letters), and EXTORT (6 letters). These words all refer to the act of taking something without permission or consent, often by using violence or threats. COMMANDEER is the most general term, referring to the forceful taking of anything, while HIJACK specifically refers to the taking of a vehicle, usually an airplane or car. WREST and SEIZE both refer to the physical taking of something, while USURP and CAPTURE are more figurative terms, referring to the forceful taking of power or authority. Finally, EXTORT is the act of taking something through coercion or blackmail.