All over the place
The collocation 'all over the place' can be used to refer to many different areas or locations, or to express something that is disorganized or confused.
Examples
- My mind is all over the place today. I just can't think straight!
- The room was a mess, with rubbish scattered all over the place.
- Since the recession, businesses have been closing down all over the place.
Place of business
A 'place of business' is an office or location where business is conducted or goods are made or stored.
Examples
- This building has been our main place of business since I founded the company 10 years ago.
- We advertise online, but customers need to come to our place of business in order to make a purchase.
- David was spending a lot of his day chatting to co-workers, so I had to remind him that this is a place of business, not a social gathering.
Place of worship
A 'place of worship' is a building or location used for religious services, such as a church, temple, mosque, etc.
Examples
- Whenever I enter a place of worship, I always make sure that I keep quiet and respect customs.
- That beautiful old building used to be a Christian place of worship, but it has fallen into disrepair.
- The ancient temple is one of the most prominent places of worship on the continent.
Place of interest
A 'place of interest' is a notable location somewhere that people would like to visit.
Examples
- The main square is probably the only place of interest in the town.
- Rome is a great place to visit. There are so many places of interest, such as the Colosseum and the Pantheon.
- The guidebook lists all the places of interest in the city and tells you how to get there.
Save a place
When you 'save a place', you keep or reserve something for yourself or somebody else.
Examples
- Save a place for me at the table, will you? I'm going to be a little late.
- I saved you a place on the course by filling out an application and sending it in.
- I'm saving a place in the queue for you, so come to the front of the line when you get here.