play one's part: meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

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  • To perform the role assigned to one, especially in a theatrical or staged context.
  • To act in accordance with the responsibilities or duties expected of one in a particular situation.

  Examples

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  • Before the play started, each actor had to learn how to play their part perfectly.

    Antes de que comenzara la obra, cada actor tuvo que aprender a interpretar su papel a la perfección.

  • In community theater, it’s important that everyone plays their part to ensure the show runs smoothly.

    En el teatro comunitario, es importante que todos interpreten su papel para que la función salga bien.

  • She played her part as the villain convincingly, earning praise from the audience.

    Ella interpretó su papel de villana de manera convincente, ganándose elogios del público.

  • They asked him to play his part without improvising to keep the director’s vision intact.

    Le pidieron que interpretara su papel sin improvisar para mantener la visión del director.

• 2.

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  • To contribute appropriately to a group, community, or collective effort; to do one's share.
  • To take part in or support a social, political, or organizational activity in a manner considered proper or necessary.

  Examples

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  • Everyone in the office needs to play their part to meet the project deadline.

    Todos en la oficina deben hacer su parte para cumplir con la fecha límite del proyecto.

  • She always plays her part in community clean-up days to help keep the neighborhood beautiful.

    Ella siempre contribuye en los días de limpieza comunitaria para ayudar a mantener el barrio limpio.

  • If we all play our part, the charity event will be a huge success.

    Si todos hacemos nuestra parte, el evento benéfico será un gran éxito.