have a part to play

phrase

: to be involved
We all have a part to play in the future of this company.

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Homeowners have a part to play in storm preparation too. — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 But Gannon believes that NFL rules have a part to play in his team’s struggles. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 17 Dec. 2025 Now, does Veejay have a part to play in this? — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025 But Wolves are unlikely to make two signings in the same position and Pereira’s selection decisions throughout pre-season suggest that Hoever could well have a part to play, having started repeatedly ahead of another youngster, Rodrigo Gomes, who is currently his most obvious rival for the role. — Steve Madeley, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025 Slot will need to pick his chin off the floor because the Uruguayan will still have a part to play in the run-in. — James Pearce, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025 Rising nationalism amongst Chinese consumers could also have a part to play. — Lionel Lim, Fortune Asia, 13 Aug. 2024

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“Have a part to play.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20a%20part%20to%20play. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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