supporting role

Example Sentences

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Wadood, of Irwell Street, Bury, also played a key supporting role and was "second-in-command" to Hussain, the court heard.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

In the mid-20th century, Christianity often occupied a supporting role in the fashion industry.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Before Doncic’s injury, James had shifted into a supporting role more suited to his advanced age.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

"Ultimately, it's a supporting role, just by the nature of their capacity and their stakes in the conflict."

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

I like how he accepts the supporting role and doesn’t try to desi-mansplain things to me.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed