Example sentences of "takes a [adj] role [prep] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Does my hon. Friend agree that more than ever it is important that an agreement is reached at Maastricht in which Britain takes a whole-hearted role in the European Community , because otherwise it will cease to be so attractive for inward investment ? |
| 2 | In the world of the infant and parent , the referential function of language often takes a subordinate role to others . |
| 3 | It is increasingly likely that anyone who takes an active role in any organisation will at some point find themselves involved in setting up a ‘ special event ’ . |
| 4 | The Breed Club takes an active role in all things , including inspection of litters to help with the resale of puppies from litters which are bred within the Club 's jurisdiction . |
| 5 | He takes an active role in key planning and new model decisions — most recently to start manufacturing a new car in the US — while , say employees , being happy to let others take the credit . |
| 6 | In those cases in which the prosecutor takes an active role in the conduct of the investigation , he directs the police enquiries . |
| 7 | The Gulf Families Association has now wound up but Mr Lloyd still takes an active role in the Gulf Crisis Line … a counselling charity for servicemen and their families . |