The term 'taken in' can refer to a variety of situations, including being SEEN, EATEN, had, ARRESTED, DUPED, HOSED, stung, FOOLED, ADOPTED, ABSORBED, GULLIBLE, or CREDULOUS. Being SEEN could refer to being noticed or observed, while being EATEN could refer to consuming food or being consumed by another creature. Having something could refer to owning or possessing it, while being ARRESTED could refer to being detained by law enforcement. Being DUPED, HOSED, stung, or FOOLED could refer to being tricked or deceived, while being ADOPTED could refer to being taken in by a family. Being ABSORBED could refer to being taken in by an organization or group, while being GULLIBLE or CREDULOUS could refer to being easily deceived or manipulated.