take the part of
Example Sentences
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This led them to take the part of religious minorities, oppressed by state religious establishments, in demanding freedom of conscience.
From Washington Post • Jun. 10, 2021
She would take the part of Bettina, and her correspondent would be Emerson, whom she adored.
From The New Yorker • Aug. 20, 2018
"But who would play Carl Wood - the EPH? Do you think Mr Tom Hardy or Mr Vinnie Jones is going to rush to take the part of... the EPH?" he asked.
From BBC • Jan. 8, 2016
In each city, local choruses volunteer to take the part of the choir.
From New York Times • Mar. 6, 2015
For the young usually take the part of the rejected lover—they delight in that dangerous species of sympathy which flatters with hope.
From The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society by Hartley, Florence
