have no part in/of (something)

have no part in/of (something)

To not be involved in something; to not participate in something in any way. He insists that he had no part in the corrupt dealings that have plagued the administration, but I'm skeptical. Yeah, well, if Jack truly had no part in the burglary, the police wouldn't have arrested him. Why is she mad at me? I had no part in the vicious rumor going around about her!

See also: have, no, of, part

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have/play/take/want no ˈpart in/of something

not be involved or refuse to be involved in something, especially because you disapprove of it: He had no part in the decision. ♢ I want no part of this sordid business.

See also: have, no, of, part, play, something, take, want

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