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The phrase "an improbable role for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a situation where someone is assigned or takes on a role that seems unlikely or unexpected.
Example: "Taking on the role of a villain in the play was an improbable role for the usually cheerful actor."
Alternatives: "an unlikely position for" or "a surprising role for".
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Shareholder activism is an improbable role for the Russian oligarchic partners.
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This was an improbable triumph for Covent Garden.
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In many ways, Mr. Rhodes is an improbable choice for a job at the heart of the national security apparatus.
The Orientalism collection in particular seems like an improbable focus for a museum in the Arab world.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com