The term 'take up' can be used in a variety of ways. To 'ADOPT' (5 letters) means to take on something as one's own, such as a pet or a cause. To 'OCCUPY' (6 letters) is to take up space or time, such as a job or a hobby. To 'HEM' (3 letters) is to take up the edge of a piece of fabric. To 'ESPOUSE' (7 letters) is to take up a belief or cause. To 'ACCEPT' (6 letters) is to take up an offer or invitation. To 'USE' (3 letters) is to take up an object for a purpose. To 'dig up' (5 letters) is to take up something from the ground. To 'ENTER' (5 letters) is to take up a place or situation. To 'tee off' (6 letters) is to take up a golf club and hit a ball. To 'SHORTEN' (7 letters) is to take up less space or time. To 'VENTILATE' (9 letters) is to take up air from one place to another. To 'ASSIMILATE' (10 letters) is to take up the customs and beliefs of a new culture. To 'start a hobby' (11 letters) is to take up a new activity or interest. To 'begin learning' (13 letters) is to take up knowledge or skills.