"Figure in" is a common phrase that could be alternatively expressed in numerous ways. Some of the synonyms for this phrasal verb could be counted among "participate in", "take part in", "be involved in", "contribute to", "play a role in", "have a share in" and "feature in". Each of these expressions denotes the involvement of a person or an entity in a particular situation or event. For instance, "participate in" and "take part in" suggest an active involvement, whereas "feature in" and "have a share in" express a more passive role. Therefore, it is important to choose the right synonym according to the context and the intended meaning.