play a part

This page is about the collocation play a part

collocation pattern: verb + noun

Meaning

perform a particular role, or be involved in a particular way

For example

  • All of us have an important part to play in shaping our company's future.

  • Can stress play a part in the development of illnesses like cancer and heart disease?

Note:
A related collocation is "play a role"

Quick Quiz

Computers played no part in the development of

a. electronic dance music

b. online music distribution

c. traditional Indian music
a) electronic dance music b) online music distribution c) traditional Indian music

Contributor: Matt Errey