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also rôles
as in functions
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 roles
Other nations are already fielding amphibious UGVs in combat zones, and multinational exercises are testing which roles make sense for a partnership between surface, aerial, and ground robots.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
There are plenty of roles available if Harry wants to work inside Disneyland or Disney California Adventure as a cast member, Disney parlance for employees.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the rise of technology and television — both of which play major roles in the book — has institutionalized the cinematic means that the revolution once weaponized.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
Clarke created hit indie movie Kidulthood and had roles in other productions, including Star Trek Into Darkness and Bulletproof.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
The decision will fill one of City Hall’s most influential roles, overseeing nearly 5,000 city employees.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025
After so many roles that required him to straddle between different temporalities, DiCaprio was cast in the role of someone whose entire reality hinges upon keeping them separate.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 26 Sep. 2025
Dating Feels Ambiguous, And Confidence Is Declining The Match survey also showed that 63% of singles say there is more passivity in making the first move, reflecting uncertainty around expectations and traditional versus modern gender roles.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Most recently, Norris held leadership roles at digital rental brand, the Black Tux.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
There are plenty of roles available if Harry wants to work inside Disneyland or Disney California Adventure as a cast member, Disney parlance for employees.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the rise of technology and television — both of which play major roles in the book — has institutionalized the cinematic means that the revolution once weaponized.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
Clarke created hit indie movie Kidulthood and had roles in other productions, including Star Trek Into Darkness and Bulletproof.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
The decision will fill one of City Hall’s most influential roles, overseeing nearly 5,000 city employees.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025
After so many roles that required him to straddle between different temporalities, DiCaprio was cast in the role of someone whose entire reality hinges upon keeping them separate.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 26 Sep. 2025
Dating Feels Ambiguous, And Confidence Is Declining The Match survey also showed that 63% of singles say there is more passivity in making the first move, reflecting uncertainty around expectations and traditional versus modern gender roles.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Most recently, Norris held leadership roles at digital rental brand, the Black Tux.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for roles
Noun
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Some Federal Aviation Authority functions, like aircraft inspections and certifications, may be delayed, and administrative support at airports can be limited.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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Founded in 2022, Light develops software that uses AI to automate various functions that exist within businesses' finance teams, including accounting, bookkeeping and financial reporting.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In recent months, cases in parts of Utah and Arizona have steadily increased.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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The agency has also issued freeze warnings and frost advisories for parts of Wyoming and Colorado.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Perhaps a boss adds on more tasks that clash with your travel schedule, or a community endeavor starts to feel one-sided.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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Her daily tasks like curating displays and visuals for Norrgatan influenced and perfected her talent for conceiving strong storytelling and communication that can cut through the noise.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Roles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roles. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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