take place
idiomatic phrase
: happen, occur
The conference is scheduled to take place in June.
Fighting over a disputed section of the border is taking place in remote jungle …—
James Brooke
James BrookeWhat's clear amid the debate is that a remarkable revolution has taken place in the care and treatment of America's children.—LynNell Hancock et al.
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Deputies say the shooting took place in the area of Northwest 16th Avenue and 74th Street, around a mile and a half from the station.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
The alleged harassment took place over the course of about 17 months, from February 2024 to July 2025, the Star-Telegram previously reported.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
That contest took place in May 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The formal handover of power between Bayrou and Lecornu is due to take place on Wednesday at midday local time.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
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Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
The alleged harassment took place over the course of about 17 months, from February 2024 to July 2025, the Star-Telegram previously reported.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
That contest took place in May 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The formal handover of power between Bayrou and Lecornu is due to take place on Wednesday at midday local time.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Take place.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20place. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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