take place
Idioms-
Happen, occur, as in Let me know where the ceremony will take place . [Second half of 1700s]
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take the place of . Substitute for, as in These glasses will have to take the place of wine goblets , or Jane took her sister's place in line . [Second half of 1800s]
Example Sentences
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Talks had been taking place since the start of January following two strikes during November and December.
From BBC
Brent crude futures are on track for the biggest monthly jump since 1989 as Iran denies peace negotiations are taking place.
From Barron's
The opening ceremony — which will take place at the Coliseum and SoFi Stadium on July 14, 2028 – and finals of women’s gymnastics, track and field and swimming are typically the most in-demand and expensive tickets.
From Los Angeles Times
The election will take place on 7 May.
From BBC
The move comes as a slew of companies prepare for major initial public offerings that could take place as soon as this year.
From MarketWatch
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