roles
word · lemma: role
Definition
The parts or functions that someone or something has in a situation, group, or activity; can also mean the characters played by actors in a movie, play, or show.
Usage & Nuances
"Roles" is used in both professional and everyday contexts. Common expressions: 'take on roles,' 'switch roles,' 'gender roles.' In theater or film, 'roles' refers to characters. In teams or families, it describes duties or expectations. Not to be confused with 'rolls' (bread or to turn something over).
Example Sentences
She has many roles at school, including student and club leader.
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Actors play different roles in each movie.
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Parents and children have different roles in a family.
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He’s great at juggling multiple roles without getting overwhelmed.
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Disagreements sometimes happen when people aren’t clear about their roles on a team.
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In modern workplaces, people often switch roles to keep things dynamic.
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