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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Around 25 million lightning strikes occur in the United States every year, with most taking place during the summer months.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2025
Trump on April 9 announced a 90-day pause on the full universal tariffs, prompting the EU to suspend its own initial tranche of counter measures while negotiations take place.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
McFarland first unveiled his plans in 2023, for a festival slated to take place in December 2024.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 24 Apr. 2025
That movement takes place the entire month of May — Mental Health Awareness Month — to raise awareness and funds to support mental health and wellness in the veterinary profession.
—Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2025
Trump on April 9 announced a 90-day pause on the full universal tariffs, prompting the EU to suspend its own initial tranche of counter measures while negotiations take place.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
McFarland first unveiled his plans in 2023, for a festival slated to take place in December 2024.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 24 Apr. 2025
That movement takes place the entire month of May — Mental Health Awareness Month — to raise awareness and funds to support mental health and wellness in the veterinary profession.
—Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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“Take place.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20place. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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