play no part in

phrase

: to not be involved in
He stated that politics played no part in his decision.

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The early jockeying to replace Graham Platner on the ballot in Maine is coming with a warning from liberals who want Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to play no part in choosing his successor. David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026 In Gaza, the ceasefire deal’s requirement that Hamas will disarm and play no part in governance seems far from being met. Ned Temko, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Dec. 2025 Earps will play no part in the 2025 European Championships after deciding to retire from international football immediately. Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 28 May 2025 Israel insists that Hamas can play no part in the postwar future of Gaza and that its military and governing structures must be eliminated. Emily Rose, USA TODAY, 2 Mar. 2025 Unlike the current administration, politics should play no part in military matters. Mike Allen, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025 As things stand, Olmo can play no part in Saturday's Copa del Rey clash against Barbastro for Hansi Flick nor a Spanish Super Cup semifinal meeting with Athletic Club a few days later. Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 Amy Wilson-Hardy will play no part in the final day of the event after an image of what was alleged to be a conversation on the messaging service was shared on social media. Ben Burrows, The Athletic, 30 July 2024

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“Play no part in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/play%20no%20part%20in. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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