take part

idiomatic phrase

: to be involved in some activity : to participate in something
Almost everyone took part in the celebration.
She refused to take part in the discussion.
… was sentenced to five years in federal prison in May for taking part in a bogus investment scheme …Mike Freeman
He swore that he took no part [=was not involved] in their activities.

Examples of take part in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Israel has also accused UNRWA of having members who took part in the Oct. 7 attack on Israel. Ross O'Keefe, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Oct. 2024 McHale took part in a special pop-up experience in Soho where fans could sample two macaroni flavors—cheddar and creamy white cheddar. Nasha Smith, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024 Justice Samuel Alito did not take part, likely due to his personal investment in one of the companies challenging the rule, Oklahoma Gas and Electric. L'oreal Thompson Payton, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2024 Unlike Kimmel and Colbert, Stewart has not taking part in campaign events for Joe Biden or Harris this cycle. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for take part 

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Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of take part was in 1785

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“Take part.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20part. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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