Sentence examples for a lessened role from inspiring English sources

He recorded only one assist in six post-season games, then accepted a lessened role with the Hurricanes as he was placed on the third line in 2001 02.

Though Boston, like New England in general, has played a lessening role in national life since the early 20th century, it has remained the focal point of what may be the most diversified and dynamic combination of educational, cultural, medical, and scientific activities in the United States.

Mr. Vallone, a Queens Democrat, noted that the new protocol lessened the role for Mr. Bruno's department, which had been envisioned by former Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani as having a freer hand to settle jurisdictional disputes between the departments.

Repeat until you notice a lessening in the odour.

C1 Halliburton's Role in Iraq Halliburton signaled that it might seek to lessen its role as the largest private contractor in Iraq.

That probably means he isn't ready to lessen his role in government.

Patient Paul Fernandes said he got involved because he was interested in lessening the role of diabetes in his life.

Yet many politicians have been calling for the federal government to lessen the role it plays in the mortgage market, even if the first steps prove painful.

Mr. Buckley said that Sister Elizabeth wished to lessen the role of religion in her college's curriculum in order that it might qualify for state aid, which is not granted to sectarian institutions, because of the Blaine Amendment.

President Trump, as shown by his pick of Betsy DeVos as Education Secretary, wants to lessen the role of the federal government in schools.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is willing to lessen his role in the player discipline process, but he's still reluctant to give up final say.