play a part in

phrase

: to be involved in : to be a factor in
Did alcohol play a part in the car accident?
Luck played an important part in their success.

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Werner did play a part in the equalizer, which came in the 63rd minute. Harold Gutmann, Mercury News, 26 July 2026 Each of her Shop Good employees and customers had the unique opportunity to play a part in the Botnia bottles, carefully harvesting plants that were grown with love by BeeWorthy in order to help with someone else’s health. Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 July 2026 That could also play a part in memory longevity, which for those buying expensive sticks—even at slight CXMT discounts—is something well worth considering. Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 July 2026 Both can play a part in the comfort of the room, which comes in handy during the hot and cold months. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for play a part in

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“Play a part in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/play%20a%20part%20in. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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