Federal officials have refused to confirm or deny his role.

This confirms its pivotal role in the national economic system.

Another way for the church to confirm its role was through the administration of the rites.

Both use metaphors that confirm his central role in the proceedings.

This was a very encouraging meeting and confirmed Russia's strategic role.

A new constitutional provision would also confirm the king's role as the highest religious authority in the country.

The Patriot's role was later confirmed by the military.

Her role was officially confirmed on 3 July 2007.

But if its role in hypertension is confirmed, the information may help doctors determine which patients need extra monitoring.

"To give you a chance to confirm or deny your role in the scam, I presume."