This study served as the framework for the system that was developed.

That study served as a blueprint for the law adopted in 1987.

The study would serve as a conference room-it had a circular table and even a corner desk.

The study for this project served as a base for the definitive construction, which began in 1888.

But the study should serve as a warning not to assume popular support for this cause.

This study served to show the possibility that cultural factors may play a role in medical school grades during clinical years.

The study will serve as the department's foundation for refining its own system.

This study will serve as a scientific basis for the new 'chocolate' directive which is being prepared.

Those studies served as the basis for designing the longest aqueduct in the world.

What purpose did private study serve if it could not be put to practical use?