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Adam Wharton's man-of-the-match performance in the final will only serve to heighten the feeling the midfielder is destined to join an elite club.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

They may serve to relax listeners but challenge the player.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

In a statement issued on Tuesday, Beck said the PSNI's job is "to keep communities safe and also our officers who bravely serve to protect these communities".

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

They’ve already had one win with the ongoing construction of an $150-million El Segundo practice facility, which should open next year and serve to attract the type of stars that a Los Angeles team deserves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

"It might serve to carry nightsoil. If you threw it away, I might pick it up, so long as I did not need to stoop. But pay for it?"

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin