as in to share
to take a share or part eager to participate in the city's cultural life

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How is the word participate distinct from other similar verbs?

The words partake and share are common synonyms of participate. While all three words mean "to have, get, or use in common with another or others," participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion.

participated in sports

When can partake be used instead of participate?

The words partake and participate can be used in similar contexts, but partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink.

partook freely of the refreshments

Where would share be a reasonable alternative to participate?

While in some cases nearly identical to participate, share usually implies that one as the original holder grants to another the partial use, enjoyment, or possession of a thing.

shared my toys with the others

Examples of participate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Harris will participate in a similar town hall with undecided Latinos on Oct. 10 in Las Vegas. Gene Maddaus, Variety, 24 Sep. 2024 The foundation is being laid for countries and companies to participate in a high-integrity voluntary carbon market. Amy Merrill, TIME, 24 Sep. 2024 It's more commonly known as the Make Elections Fair Act and proposes open elections, allowing Independent and nonparty voters to participate in the primary without requesting a party-specific ballot. Amanda Luberto, The Arizona Republic, 24 Sep. 2024 Kona Grill Kona Grill is participating in several National Cheeseburger Day specials on Sept. 18, available for dine-in or takeout. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for participate 

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“Participate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participate. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

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