play a role in something

play a role in something
play a part in something & play a role in something
1. to participate in something in a specific way. •

I hope to play a part in the development of the new product.

I want to play a role in this procedure.

2. to portray a character in a performance. •

He played a part in

The Mikado,

but it was not a major role.

Larry wanted to play a role in the next play.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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