play the role
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: to act the part of (a particular character) in a film, play, etc.
He often plays the role of the villain.
—often used figurativelyHe was playing the role of (the) gracious host.
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The Oscar winner spent nearly seven months training to play the role of opera legend Maria Callas
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Angelina Jolie may not have a background in singing, but that didn't stop her from mastering the art of opera for her role in Maria.
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Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
This week, the Chargers host the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night, and Jim will try to play the role of John Harbaugh’s annoying little brother on national television.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
There are many different people who can play the role of bonus mom.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 29 Oct. 2024
Michael Iskander is set to play the role of David in that show.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
This week, the Chargers host the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night, and Jim will try to play the role of John Harbaugh’s annoying little brother on national television.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
There are many different people who can play the role of bonus mom.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 29 Oct. 2024
Michael Iskander is set to play the role of David in that show.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Play the role.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/play%20the%20role. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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