Play a role Crossword Clue

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Play a role Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
2. behave unnaturally or affectedly
(noun)
1. something that people do or cause to happen
2. a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PLAY (verb)
1. contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
2. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
PLAY (noun)
1. a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
2. the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully
ROLE (noun)
1. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
2. what something is used for

Hint 3: Anagram

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