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.
(..) Be right back! Hey, hello? Hi. Excuse me. Can you tell me where l am? The guy's just asking a question. Well, excuse me. l'm trying to stay in character. My name's Buttercup. You've met Baron von Shush. Hello, l'm Trixie. Guys, hey. Guys, look, l don't know where l am. (..)2010 Toy Story 3