Playing sports is seen as a way to 'build character' in young people. = Playing sports is seen as 'character-building' for young people.
They believe that going to church will improve the moral 'character' of their children.
It was entirely 'in character' for a generous person like her to give him the money.
(..) Colombus. Wichita, Little Rock. - So, you did all this for a Twinkie? - Oh, no no no no, he did. I'm just kind of like a Sancho Panza character. - Um, I don't think she has long to live. - I know, so does she. We're just looking for a way out. - No no no no, she's still a little girl. (..)2009 Zombieland
(..) ... by the technology of what the Matrix is. Laurence is perfect for his part, because he has a regal bearing. We dressed him very formally. He's a formal character. The guide through the world. How nice! G'day. Here we are in Oz. And I have one question: (..)2001 The Matrix Revisited
(..) We know the challenges ahead. The thing about it, it was true about the first one as well ... ... you know, I love the material. I love the material. I love the character and I love who I ended up working with. So that is something that-- Regardless of what has to happen ... ... that's what (..)2001 The Matrix Revisited