interplay

noun

in·​ter·​play ˈin-tər-ˌplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
: interaction
the interplay of opposing forces
interplay intransitive verb

Examples of interplay in a Sentence

the interplay between the old and the new enjoys the interplay of three very different flavors
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In 2018, a study published in the journal Psychological Science highlighted how the interplay between a child and their parent or caregiver helps ignite the language centers of the child's brain. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 The antagonistic interplay between Bruno and George is also dealt short shrift, lacking an electrifying oomph and glossing over aspects (better charting George’s tireless mission and Bruno’s slippery sensibilities) that would’ve deepened their respective gains and losses. Courtney Howard, Variety, 31 Oct. 2024 Witnessing how organizations have been able to harness data to drive innovation has inspired me to share insights on the interplay between these technologies in reshaping the analytics landscape. Shashidhar Reddy Keshireddy, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 The authors emphasize the importance of four key behaviors for a satisfying retirement: alignment between self and life structure, awareness of this interplay, agency in making changes, and adaptability to unforeseen circumstances. Teresa M. Amabile, lotte Bailyn, marcy Crary, douglas T. “tim” Hall, kathy E. Kram, Harvard Business Review, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for interplay 

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of interplay was in 1862

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“Interplay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interplay. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

interplay

noun
in·​ter·​play ˈint-ər-ˌplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
: mutual action or influence : interaction
interplay
ˌint-ər-ˈplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
ˈint-ər-ˌplā
verb

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