small role
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Sparkling water may play a small role in weight management by slightly increasing blood glucose uptake and metabolism, which is the process the body uses to convert energy.
From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026
The two worked together before, when Domingo had a small role in Lincoln.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026
The study also found that fossil fuel use and wildfires played only a small role in the recent methane increase.
From Science Daily • Feb. 10, 2026
“More than anything, I’m excited about being around,” he said, “and getting a chance to play a small role in whatever anything looks like next.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025
"Please write a brief note about each person who you'd consider for the role of Phil. Also I'm thinking of writing in a small role for a character named Janey."
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
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