part of unless part of has an adjective in front of it. Compare: ‘Lack of money was part of the problem.’ ‘Lack of money was a large part of the problem.’ 2
The country is vast and occupies the most part of the continent.
The country is vast and occupies most of the continent. For the most part of his life he was devoted to his work.
For most of his life he was devoted to his work. most of (NOT most part of ): ‘She spent most of the morning in bed.’ Note however the fixed phrase for the most part (= almost completely; mainly): ‘The machines have for the most part been replaced.’ 3
He refuses to part from his old camera.
He refuses to part with his old camera. part from a person: ‘The two sisters were parted from each other when they were sent to different schools.’ part with a thing: ‘Getting them to part with the money won’t be easy.’ 4
The annual celebration takes part in Valencia on 19th March.
The annual celebration takes place in Valencia on 19 th March. The election will take part within the next two years.
The election will take place within the next two years. When you take par t in an activity, you do it together with other people: ‘Altogether there are seventy-three competitors taking part in the race.’ ‘She’s been invited to take part in a TV quiz programme.’ take place = (of a planned event) happen: ‘The next meeting of the Nature Society will take place on Tuesday 3rd March.’
