Cogía con entusiasmo la oportunidad de aprender de aquellos que habían vivido en el extranjero.
Took the opportunity to learn from those who had lived abroad with enthusiasm.
Context: education Aunque las circunstancias eran adversas, él siempre cogía lo positivo de cada situación.
Although the circumstances were adverse, he always took the positive from every situation.
Context: philosophy En su discurso, cogía metafóricamente la esencia de la historia para inspirar a su audiencia.
In his speech, he took the essence of the story metaphorically to inspire his audience.
Context: literature