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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
The roles of Harry, Hermione and Ron — the trio of main characters — will likely be played by newcomers, as Warner Bros. launched an open casting call for kids aged between 9 and 11 in the fall of 2024.
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J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2025
Donal Logue and Sophie Thompson will reprise their roles as Jimmy and Sheryl in the six-part series alongside Sonja Smits, Barbara Brennan, Jim Annan, Dylan Taylor, Vanessa Matsui, Peter Keleghan and Linda Kash.
—Peter White, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025
Maryland Democrats are coming down hard on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his role in the biggest political scandal of President Donald Trump’s second term thus far.
—Carson Swick, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
The Rams added center Coleman Shelton on a two-year deal with goals to push last year’s rookie starter Beaux Limmer and to improve center-to-quarterback communication with a veteran in the role.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2025
Donal Logue and Sophie Thompson will reprise their roles as Jimmy and Sheryl in the six-part series alongside Sonja Smits, Barbara Brennan, Jim Annan, Dylan Taylor, Vanessa Matsui, Peter Keleghan and Linda Kash.
—Peter White, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025
Maryland Democrats are coming down hard on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his role in the biggest political scandal of President Donald Trump’s second term thus far.
—Carson Swick, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
The Rams added center Coleman Shelton on a two-year deal with goals to push last year’s rookie starter Beaux Limmer and to improve center-to-quarterback communication with a veteran in the role.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for role
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Chomps customers utilize a search function available on the Chomps website to see if their products were impacted by the recall or can check if the relevant lot code, listed below, can be found on the Chomps stick.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
22 Mar. 2025
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After all, a central function of their work is to produce scenery, as set designers for rap’s theatre of flamboyance.—
Sheldon Pearce,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
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As part of Tascan’s new focus, the streamer has opted to discontinue plans for additional games for Netflix Stories.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Automatic Password Hacking Machine Confirmed—Stop Using Passwords Now Abolishing ACL won’t end funding for Older Americans Act programs or RAISE, though Congress could cut their budgets later this year as part of broader Republican effort to cut domestic spending.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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But his political involvement has caused concern for investors and Tesla's stock has floundered throughout 2025.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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The twins’ family contacted CAIR one day after the locker room attack, leading to the nonprofit’s involvement in the situation, Memon said.—
Yash Roy,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
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Schooling plays an important part in helping prepare learners for successful participation in civil life, and interaction with peers reinforces the academic skills and concepts being taught.—
Sari Factor,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Further down the line, there might be pop-up experiences, participation in art fairs and perhaps showrooms in a handful of cities globally.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2025
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And does any provider genuinely have the capacity, trust, and technology to dominate the entire ecosystem? MORE FOR YOU FBI Confirms Chrome, Edge, Safari Warning—Stop Using These Websites Things Are Bad At Tesla.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Morgan said the showcase has already reached their registration goal but is speaking with the venue about increasing capacity.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2025
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The automation of jobs by AI could lead to widespread unemployment and economic inequality, leaving many people feeling powerless and without purpose.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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At that point, sunglasses lose their sine qua non purpose to protect our eyes, becoming a purely ornamental element capable of elevating an entire outfit.—
Teresa Romero Martínez,
Glamour,
22 Mar. 2025
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To help preview the season in their new market, which starts with a four-game series Thursday through Sunday in Seattle against the Mariners, here’s a look at the team’s position players.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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In addition, there are about 5,200 probationary workers, who have been in their positions less than a year or two and were terminated last month.—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2025
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Known for projects such as 30 St Mary Axe in London, the Hearst Tower in New York, and Berlin’s Reichstag, the firm brought a distinctly global sensibility to the task of restoring an international icon.—
Jennifer Lee,
Forbes,
26 Mar. 2025
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Bambu Lab View 4 Images Bambu Lab's latest flagship 3D printer does a whole lot more than 3D printing for serious makers, and promises to be good at every one of its tasks.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Role.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/role. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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