Took the risk is a phrase that describes someone who has taken a chance or a risk in order to achieve something. The crossword solutions for this phrase are CHANCED (7 letters), DARED (5 letters), and LITUTOCHANCE (12 letters). Chanced means to take a risk or a chance, while DARED implies a more daring or bold action. Litutochance is a combination of the words 'LITTLE' and 'to chance, ' which suggests taking a small risk.