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Verb
To have convinced or manipulated
Verb
To have dealt with a matter or issue
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“We really need to figure out how to play this delicate situation.”
Verb
Past tense for to engage in an activity for enjoyment and recreation
“They felt at peace watching their children play contentedly together.”
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(sports) Past tense for to compete against
“Fans are excited at the prospect of seeing Roger play Rafael again in the final of the Grand Slam.”
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Past tense for to participate in a game
“My nephew always wants to play Uno with us.”
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Past tense for to act or perform a portrayal of
“In his latest role, Oscar would play an impulsive, trigger-happy flyboy who did not impress his admiral.”
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Past tense for to gamble
“Warren is a skillful investor who knows how to play the market.”
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(colloquial) Past tense for to deceive someone
“I think the cab driver just played us. The fare was too expensive!”
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(based on instrument used) Past tense for to produce music
“Nelson was a very talented musician who could play several instruments.”
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(based on the game being played) Past tense for to strike a ball as part of a game
Play the ball strategically.”
Verb
Past tense for to move lightly and quickly, so as to appear and disappear
“A small smile played across his lips as their eyes met.”
Adjective
Having been tricked, cheated or duped
Adjective
Presented or shown, especially in a creative manner
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