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role

[rohl] / roʊl /




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The Growler, which is flown by a Navy squadron nicknamed the “Zappers,” likely played a key role in Venezuela, where air defenses were quickly overwhelmed.

From The Wall Street Journal

The vessels conceal their role in shipping oil by using deceptive tactics, such as switching off their radio signals to obscure their movements and transferring cargo to other vessels in poorly monitored waters.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many trades and technical roles, meanwhile, offer immediate job security, lower educational costs and competitive wages without four years of tuition debt.

From The Wall Street Journal

He previously held numerous leadership roles at the Caterpillar, including chief operating officer and group president of energy and transportation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some contestants have also concealed their job roles in series 4, to avoid being seen as successful problem solvers.

From BBC