Take a walk means to go for a short walk to relax or get some fresh air. In British English, go for a walk is more common with the same meaning; take a walk sounds more American but is understood everywhere.
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take a walk + in/around/along + place; go for a walk; take + dog/child + for a walk
- When I get stuck on a problem at work, I take a walk around the block.
- We took a walk along the beach before breakfast on our last day in Spain.
- The doctor advised my dad to take a walk every evening after dinner.
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First versionAfter dinner we took a walk by the old town.
RevisionAfter dinner we took a walk around the old town.
By the old town means past the old town or near it. When you walk inside a place, through different streets, you need around. For walking beside a river or down a street, use along.
The verb walk on its own just means to go on foot, not necessarily for pleasure: I walk to work. Take a walk is a walk for its own sake, to relax or clear your mind: I took a walk to clear my head.
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Every evening my son ___ the dog for a walk around the block.
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takes — The son takes the dog out, leading someone else on a walk, so you need take + someone + for a walk. Go does not take an object: you can go for a walk with the dog, but not go the dog for a walk.
Describe a place near your home or work where you like to walk. Say where it is and why you go there.
When I feel stressed, I take a walk in the park near my office to clear my head.
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