take place

1. 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]

2. Happen, occur, as in Let me know where the ceremony will take place . [Second half of 1700s]

Example Sentences

In September, Insomnia Gaming Festival, the UK's biggest gaming expo, was due to take place in Birmingham, but following a number of lay-offs at its organiser, Player1 Events, tickets never went on sale.

From BBC

"It's shocking that it's allowed to take place on the most prestigious street in the country," he said.

From BBC

But much of the action takes place in ordinary rooms and pubs, often dimly lighted as befits a milieu cloaked in secrecy and insularity.

From Los Angeles Times

“They’re all human beings with senses of humor who want fun things to happen and want good things to take place in their lives,” he said.

From Salon

The first vote on the issue will take place in the Commons at the end of the month.

From BBC

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