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also rôle
as in purpose
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
studying the role of sunlight in the body's production of vitamin D
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Recent Examples of role
But for the food historian, this is a marvelous insight into the symbolic role this particular item took on as the Renaissance gave way to the Reformation.
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Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Now in his second offseason in Carolina, Thornton looks to be headed for a major role in the defensive backfield, and fellow cornerback Jaycee Horn has enjoyed watching his younger teammate grow this spring.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
For his role as Hamlet, Olivier won his only Academy Award for best actor in 1949.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
The development aims to strengthen the Yangtze River’s role as a crucial transport route.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
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Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Now in his second offseason in Carolina, Thornton looks to be headed for a major role in the defensive backfield, and fellow cornerback Jaycee Horn has enjoyed watching his younger teammate grow this spring.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
For his role as Hamlet, Olivier won his only Academy Award for best actor in 1949.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
The development aims to strengthen the Yangtze River’s role as a crucial transport route.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for role
Noun
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While much attention since the fire has focused on rebuilding physical structures, Nemecek said preserving the ranch’s purpose is equally important.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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And yet, while the animals in these stories are sacrificed to selfish purpose and whim, the human characters are astonished and haunted by them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Add in the transfer-portal impact, in which colleges can retool and restock without even signing prep prospects — and landing a full ride has never been more of a daunting task.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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The panelists recommended a variety of tasks, including creation of a zoning overlay to preserve the neighborhood’s historical integrity, formation of the Community Action Committee and conducting a cultural asset mapping effort.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
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During the four-month primary campaign, Raman offered withering critiques of Bass’ first term, saying the mayor failed to act with urgency on homelessness, apartment construction, street repairs and the exodus of entertainment jobs from the region.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Thomas was then promoted to the top job in March 2025, with the title of design director.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
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Things changed in January 2025, when Bass was more than 7,000 miles away at a diplomatic function in Ghana when the Palisades fire broke out.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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There were machines that assessed my body from the outside and from within; tests that looked at composition, function and performance; cognitive diagnostics that felt oddly enjoyable; and strength assessments that were, frankly, less charming.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
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Extra deployments, additional monitoring of cameras, more intelligence sharing and even drone deployments are part of an aggressive, proactive approach in an elevated threat environment, officials say.—
Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Each being part of a species, each species part of a genus and family, all life in relation to other life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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“Role.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/role. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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