What does took a fancy to mean?

"Took a fancy to" means to develop a liking or fondness for something or someone. It implies that this liking came about unexpectedly or spontaneously, rather than being a deliberate choice.

Here are some examples:

* "She took a fancy to the antique clock in the shop."

* "He took a fancy to his new colleague's sense of humor."

* "The cat took a fancy to the red ball and wouldn't leave it alone."

It can also be used in a more playful way, suggesting a kind of playful infatuation or admiration.

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