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as in participating
to take a share or part
we should all partake of the city's rich cultural offerings while we have the opportunity
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as in eating
to take a meal
"let us partake," our minister declared, unfolding his napkin and eyeing the feast laid out before us
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Recent Examples of partaking
The most daring of the time began partaking in motorcycle hillclimbs, which became the foundation of American motorcycle competitions.
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Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
Moscow has effectively closed the door on Europe and bought a one-way ticket to Beijing, without enough leverage to benefit equally from the Chinese engagement, such as by partaking in its high tech or investment.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
There even appears to be a moment where Billie is partaking in normal teenager activities, as she's seen slow-dancing with a boy at what appears to be a school dance.
—Dory Jackson, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Labor Day is almost here, and many Kentuckians will enjoy the three-day weekend by traveling to nearby attractions and partaking in local festivities.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
After partaking in some fun medieval activities at the park, everyone said their goodbyes.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Merriweather is accused of partaking in the early morning July 26 beating that injured six.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Sophie develops an intense bond with Margo, who's married to Republican politician Jed (Dermot Mulroney) and is also prone to pounding bottles of wine and partaking in the occasional ménage à trois.
—Mekishana Pierre Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Guests of all ages were seen partaking in games, shows and attractions.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
Moscow has effectively closed the door on Europe and bought a one-way ticket to Beijing, without enough leverage to benefit equally from the Chinese engagement, such as by partaking in its high tech or investment.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
There even appears to be a moment where Billie is partaking in normal teenager activities, as she's seen slow-dancing with a boy at what appears to be a school dance.
—Dory Jackson, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Labor Day is almost here, and many Kentuckians will enjoy the three-day weekend by traveling to nearby attractions and partaking in local festivities.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
After partaking in some fun medieval activities at the park, everyone said their goodbyes.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Merriweather is accused of partaking in the early morning July 26 beating that injured six.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Sophie develops an intense bond with Margo, who's married to Republican politician Jed (Dermot Mulroney) and is also prone to pounding bottles of wine and partaking in the occasional ménage à trois.
—Mekishana Pierre Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Guests of all ages were seen partaking in games, shows and attractions.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for partaking
Verb
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The Fall Fair Collection is available now for a limited time at participating shops, as well as for pickup and delivery through Krispy Kreme’s app and website.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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Visit the American Federation of Arts website for tour dates, participating museums, and exhibition details.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Making some art, eating some really good food, and then ending with a sunset at Blacks Beach.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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In December, a scientific committee concluded two years of intensive research on what Americans should be eating by saying that there was not enough research to recommend people drink any other type of milk than fat-free (skim) or low-fat (1% or 2%).—
Alana Semuels,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Partaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/partaking. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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