This is the 5123rd most frequent Polish word.
przejęły
"Przejęły" means "they took over" or "they assumed control."
In this sentence, 'przejęły' refers to a group of entities (companies) taking control or possession of the market, emphasizing action related to management or control.
Firmy przejęły kontrolę nad rynkiem.
The companies have taken over control of the market.
Here, 'przejęły' describes emotions overtaking or dominating her thoughts, highlighting a metaphorical taking over involving feelings rather than physical entities.
Silne emocje całkowicie przejęły jej myśli.
Strong emotions completely overwhelmed her thoughts.
In this case, 'przejęły' conveys the idea of troops taking or occupying strategic positions, pointing to the idea of acquiring a position or territory, often in a military context.