play no part in

idiom

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

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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 Powell insisted that politics play no part in the Fed’s deliberations. John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2023 Francona said the team’s struggles will play no part in his decision. Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 22 Aug. 2023

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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 11 Sep. 2025.

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