take place

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Definition

Verb 1. To happen; to occur: Refers to an event or situation coming into existence or being experienced. It describes the fact of something existing or happening in time and space. * The wedding will take place in June. * The accident took place at the intersection. 2. To be held; to be situated: Often used for organized events like meetings, concerts, or ceremonies, indicating where and when they are scheduled or occur. * The conference takes place annually in Geneva.

Usage

The verb phrase "take place" is used to describe the occurrence of an event. It is intransitive and is never followed by a direct object. It is commonly used in formal and neutral contexts to report or announce events.

Examples
  • The annual festival *takes place every summer.* (It happens every summer.)
  • Where did the conversation *take place?* (Where did it happen?)
  • Significant changes have *taken place in the company's structure.* (Significant changes have occurred.)
  • The ceremony is scheduled to *take place at noon.* (The ceremony is scheduled to be held at noon.)
Advanced Usage
  • "to take one's place": To go to the position or location one is supposed to occupy.
    • The judges took their places at the table.
  • "to take the place of" / "to take someone's place": To act as a substitute for someone or something.
    • She took the place of the injured player.
Variants and Related Words
  • Place (n): A particular position, point, or area in space.
    • This is a quiet place to read.
  • Place (v): To put something in a particular position.
    • He placed the book on the shelf.
Synonyms
  • Happen: To occur by chance or as an event.
  • Occur: To happen; to take place. (More formal)
  • Transpire: To happen. (Formal, sometimes considered pretentious in this sense)
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Take over: To assume control of something.
    • The new manager will take over next week.
  • Take up: To begin a hobby, sport, or job; to occupy space or time.
    • She took up painting last year.
Related Idioms
  • Take first/second/third place: To finish in a specified position in a competition.
    • Our team took first place in the tournament.
  • A place in the sun: A position of favor, advantage, or success.
    • After years of hard work, she finally found her place in the sun.
Verb
  1. come to pass
    • What is happening?
    • The meeting took place off without an incidence
    • Nothing occurred that seemed important

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