take place

verb

Meaning

Happen or occur at a specific time or location.

Examples

The wedding ceremony took place in a small chapel by the sea.
Discussions about the new policy will take place behind closed doors.

Synonyms: happen, occur, transpire, come about

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take place

verb

Pronunciation: /teɪk pleɪs/

Definition

Happen or occur at a specific time or location.

Examples

The wedding ceremony took place in a small chapel by the sea.
Discussions about the new policy will take place behind closed doors.
The historic revolution took place over the course of several months.

Synonyms of take place

Words with a similar meaning to take place:

happen
occur
transpire
come about

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