play a role
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Fifty years after the Supreme Court reinstated the death penalty as constitutionally permissible after a brief ban, these figures are a reminder that executions still play a role in American life.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Perhaps it could only have been now that Robinson was ready for this moment - he admitted he was "nowhere near" being able to play a role in the Ashes.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
In ongoing talks, Iran has insisted it will play a role going forward in approving ship traffic, including possibly charging tolls.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Research has shown that about one in three people with depression have elevated inflammatory markers in their blood, suggesting the immune system may play a role in driving symptoms for some patients.
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
Nor is he denying that our genes play a role in determining who we are.
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
