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Play Definition & Meaning

1. Play (verb): to engage in an activity for enjoyment or recreation.

Example: I like to play soccer with my friends on the weekends.

2. Play (noun): a form of entertainment, such as a theatrical production or a game.

Example: We're going to see a play at the theater tonight.

3. Play (verb): to perform music on an instrument or sing.

Example: She plays the piano beautifully.

4. Play (noun): the manner in which something is performed or executed.

Example: The actor's play was very convincing.

5. Play (verb): to manipulate or handle something in a skillful or clever way.

Example: He played the situation to his advantage and came out ahead.

Examples of the word play used in sentences.

  • The children are going to play soccer at the field.
  • My sister plays the guitar and sings well.
  • Can you play a song on the piano for me?
  • Let's play a game of cards together.
  • I like to play with my dog in the park.
  • When I feel sad, listening to music usually helps to play my mood.
  • Can you please play a song that we can all dance to?
  • My cat loves to play with her favorite toy mouse all day long.
  • Tomorrow we will play a board game night with my family, it's going to be so much fun.
  • I can't wait to play basketball with my friends this weekend.
  • Sarah and her friends play board games every weekend to unwind from the stress of work.
  • Marie often plays tennis with her dad in the morning before school starts.
  • My little brother likes to play with his toy cars and create imaginary race tracks on the floor.
  • The orchestra is going to play a beautiful piece at the concert tonight, and I can't wait to hear it.
  • I am learning how to play the guitar and it has been a challenging but fun experience.
  • As a child, I used to love playing pretend and imagining myself in various scenarios.
  • Playing the piano relaxes me after a tiring day at work.
  • My favorite pastime is playing board games with my friends and family.
  • Although I love playing video games, I try not to indulge in it too often.
  • It's always fun to play pranks on my sister, but I have to be careful not to take it too far.
  • After years of practicing, she was finally able to play the piano concerto flawlessly in front of an audience.
  • During our vacation, we decided to play some board games to pass the time on rainy days.
  • I love watching my favorite football team play, especially when they win.
  • Despite her busy schedule, she always makes time to play with her kids after work.
  • The orchestra's performance last night was one of the best plays of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 I've ever heard.
  • The actors' chemistry on stage was so palpable that it was almost as if they were playing off each other's emotions.
  • As a professional musician, she was able to play the complex piece flawlessly.
  • Despite being exhausted, the young athlete was able to play with incredible energy and enthusiasm.
  • The children were making up imaginative games to play during recess.
  • Despite the risks, the reckless driver continued to play with his life by speeding and driving under the influence.
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