(idiomatic) To deal with a problem alone instead of waiting on others (often persons who are responsible and have failed to deal with the issue).

Alternative form of take the law into one's own hands

(intransitive, idiomatic) To punish someone according to one's own idea of justice, without consideration for the role of law enforcement authorities.

Exploit and enjoy the opportunities and pleasures available here and now and do not invest effort pursuing prospective future gratifications.

Alternative form of take one's ball and go home

(informal) Said about something that the speaker wants to buy immediately.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of take a page out of someone's book

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of take a page out of someone's playbook

(rare) Alternative form of take a leaf out of someone's book

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of take a leaf out of someone's book