The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DISPOSED
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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Buddy explains!
The straight part
We know that "Taken in" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case taken in = disposed.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DISPOSED mean?
DISPOSED verb- (used with "of") To eliminate or to get rid of something.
- To distribute or arrange; to put in place.
- To deal out; to assign to a use.
- To incline.
- To bargain; to make terms.
- To regulate; to adjust; to settle; to determine.
- Inclined; minded.
- (in combination) Having a certain disposition.
- Inclined to mirth; jolly.