take part

idiomatic phrase

: to be involved in some activity : to participate in something
Almost everyone took part in the celebration.
She refused to take part in the discussion.
… was sentenced to five years in federal prison in May for taking part in a bogus investment scheme …Mike Freeman
He swore that he took no part [=was not involved] in their activities.

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Garcia decided to take part because of the opportunity to win court-side tickets to see the Nuggets. Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 Parents can assist in their child's vocabulary development by naming and explaining everyday objects; teaching their child nursery rhymes and reading with them; encouraging them to take part by turning the pages; and pointing to the pictures when naming the items. Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 The report comes as close to 3,000 leaders from more than 130 countries prepare to take part in the WEF’s annual meeting. Sam Meredith, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025 Related Articles Colorado’s historic wolf reintroduction faces barrage of challenges 1 year after first paws hit the ground Colorado dogs take part in clinical trial for new drug that could extend their lifespan Trump’s first term did real, not imaginary, damage. Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for take part 

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of take part was in 1785

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“Take part.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20part. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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