play a role

See also: play a rôle

English

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Verb

play a role (third-person singular simple present plays a role, present participle playing a role, simple past and past participle played a role)

  1. (idiomatic) To have an effect or influence on a situation or outcome; to contribute to something.
    Synonym: play a part.
    She played a role in organizing the protest.
  2. (theater, film) To portray a character in a performance.
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