have/play/take/want 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.

See also: have, no, of, part

play no part in/of (something)

To not be involved in something; to have no effect or impact on something. She said that the rumors didn't play a part in her decision, but I'm skeptical.

See also: no, of, part, play

take no part in/of (something)

To not be involved in something; to not participate in something in any way. He insists that he took no part in the corrupt dealings that have plagued the administration, but I'm skeptical.

See also: no, of, part, take

want no part in/of (something)

To not want any involvement or role in something. For someone who wants no part in this trip, you sure are talking about it a lot.

See also: no, of, part, want

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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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