play a part in
idiom
: 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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Marquis: To what extent does demand play a part in the drive towards more sustainable and ethical practice, both for Suki Tea and the wider industry?
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Christopher Marquis, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Grateful for the opportunity to play a part in this iconic move.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2025
Both your climate and the tree's characteristics play a part in making spring the best time to plant these trees.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2025
Inflation, the rise of streaming services such as Netflix and a shift towards prestigious TV series may all play a part in these trends.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 21 Mar. 2025
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Christopher Marquis, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Grateful for the opportunity to play a part in this iconic move.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2025
Both your climate and the tree's characteristics play a part in making spring the best time to plant these trees.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2025
Inflation, the rise of streaming services such as Netflix and a shift towards prestigious TV series may all play a part in these trends.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 21 Mar. 2025
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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 4 May. 2025.
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