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idiomtake pains to do sth(also be at pains to do sth)1 to make a special effort to do something well, or to achieve what you want:Most teachers take great pains to ensure that starting school is as easy as possible for young children.The management has been at pains to find good local art to decorate the hotel .2 to be careful to say something clearly, or to show something clearly by your behaviour, so that everyone understands what you mean:He was at pains to point out that he did not represent any political party.Although the talks have been postponed, both sides are taking pains to avoid any appearance of a disagreement.
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