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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
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.
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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
As well as having a central space where everyone puts out their food, some people can set up individual tables on their lawns with their offerings, and folks can walk up and down partaking.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2025
Guests of all ages were seen partaking in games, shows and attractions.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
The video shows Wallen partaking in various outdoor activities, including some target practice with a rifle at an outdoor shooting range and driving deep into the woods on a four-wheeler.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
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
As well as having a central space where everyone puts out their food, some people can set up individual tables on their lawns with their offerings, and folks can walk up and down partaking.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2025
Guests of all ages were seen partaking in games, shows and attractions.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
The video shows Wallen partaking in various outdoor activities, including some target practice with a rifle at an outdoor shooting range and driving deep into the woods on a four-wheeler.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for partaking
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Typically, youth held there are awaiting court hearings, being held on dispositional or correctional orders, or participating in the county's Accountability Program.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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After three months, 76% are still participating, and 35% have already met or surpassed their goals, Intuition Robotics has found.—
Gil Press,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In late March, a 3-year-old Leavenworth boy known as EJ fell asleep for the night on a neighbor’s couch after eating grapes.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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To support your prostate health, focus on eating healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Partaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/partaking. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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