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as in to eat
to take a meal
"let us partake," our minister declared, unfolding his napkin and eyeing the feast laid out before us
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Recent Examples of partake
While the search efforts have slowed down in the past month, Morrison said the U.S. Marshal Service and the Chelan County Sheriff's Office -- along with partners in Canada -- are the agencies currently partaking in the manhunt for Decker.
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Megan Forrester, ABC News, 17 July 2025
Here are the top stories: More than 500 women and bourbon enthusiasts are expected to partake in four days of bourbon education and networking this summer in Louisville during the 2025 Bourbon Women SIPosium — marking another year of women's contributions to the spirit industry.
—Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 16 July 2025
Her pro tip for beauty enthusiasts: partake in Nordstrom's Glam Up Days.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 12 July 2025
At one recent watch party, guests were invited to partake in a speed dating event hosted by Friend or Flame; other watch parties are followed by karaoke or performances from live bands.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 July 2025
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Megan Forrester, ABC News, 17 July 2025
Here are the top stories: More than 500 women and bourbon enthusiasts are expected to partake in four days of bourbon education and networking this summer in Louisville during the 2025 Bourbon Women SIPosium — marking another year of women's contributions to the spirit industry.
—Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 16 July 2025
Her pro tip for beauty enthusiasts: partake in Nordstrom's Glam Up Days.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 12 July 2025
At one recent watch party, guests were invited to partake in a speed dating event hosted by Friend or Flame; other watch parties are followed by karaoke or performances from live bands.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for partake
Verb
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Up to 100 motorcycle riders will participate in a procession from VFW Post 8587 at 1000 N. College St. to the IOOF Cemetery.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
29 July 2025
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In 2024, two Democrats participated while 10 Republicans spoke.—
Hannah Pinski,
The Courier-Journal,
28 July 2025
Verb
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The successful hatchings come about a year after Scout ate two of his chicks as a first-time dad, leaving the pair with no surviving eaglets from their first nesting season, McClatchy News previously reported.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Three seats down, a group who just stepped off their boat at the next-door marina might be dining Jimmy Buffett-style – cheeseburgers and margaritas.—
Susan Stapleton,
The Tennessean,
31 July 2025
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Situated between Oklahoma City and Tulsa, this small city of 48,000-plus has plenty of shops, dining, and live music to keep people of all ages entertained.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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“Partake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/partake. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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