The term 'TAKES UP' can be represented by four different crossword solutions: HEMS (4 letters), ADOPTS (6 letters), ELEVATES (8 letters), and OCCUPIES (8 letters). HEMS means to sew or stitch together, while ADOPTS means to take on as one's own. ELEVATES means to raise or lift up, and OCCUPIES means to take up space or time. Finally, TURNSONESHANDTO means to attempt or try something. Therefore, the term 'TAKES UP' can be interpreted as sewing or stitching together, taking on as one's own, raising or lifting up, taking up space or time, and attempting or trying something.