Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with role in American Collocation
role
noun
countable
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
important
This new harbour played a key role in the supply and repair of military ships.
not important
Many studies have shown that material goods play only a minor role in enhancing quality of life.
main
Although resolving disputes is our primary role, ombudsmen have traditionally made a broader contribution.
active
Education can help people play an active role in their communities.
same/different
We must ensure that individuals are competent to carry out their respective roles.
including different things
Headteachers of small schools have a dual role, combining class teaching with management.
traditional
He expected her to settle into the traditional role of wife and mother.
new or present
My new role encompasses all management activities.
possible
These initiatives will help establish the future role of the pharmaceutical profession.
specific
Sport had a specific role to play in this society.
difficult
Her experience and local knowledge will be invaluable in this challenging role.
senior
Rich has taken up a new senior role as group MD.
of a particular type
Ms Dale will stay with the School in a part-time advisory role.
It will provide you with the skills and knowledge for business consultancy roles within IT.
have a role
Both played key roles in the team’s cup final victory.
accept a role
The Church must learn to accept a less directly important role in everyday affairs.
Geoff has taken on the role of caring for Jo.
examine the role of someone/something
The author examines the role of ICT in the tourism industry.
define or explain the role of someone/something
The charter defined the roles and powers of the mayor and councillors.
understand the role of someone/something
Librarians must recognize their social role.
be given a role
In most societies, men and women are assigned different roles.
emphasize the role of someone/something
Today’s report highlights the role of social inequality in increasing the risk of lung disease.
extend the role of someone/something
The regulations should strengthen the educational role of broadcasting.
exchange or combine roles
Tom combined the manager’s role with being Secretary of the club.
In this sculpture the gender roles are reversed.