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as in recreated
to engage in activity for amusement
told her son that he needed some time to run and play in the yard after his hard work
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as in performed
to present a portrayal or performance of
played Hamlet in the campus production of the classic
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as in mocked
to pretend to be (what one is not) in appearance or behavior
stop playing the innocent, because I know that you were behind that prank
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as in lounged
to spend time in aimless activity
just played around while we waited for the bus to arrive
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as in handled
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
this is how we're going to play the situation
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as in put
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
figuring that she had little to lose, she played her last few bucks on the state lottery
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Recent Examples of played
The music will be played live by the LA Opera Orchestra under the direction of resident conductor Lina González-Granados.
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Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
Murphy said the decision to continue the narrative series lies with the stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch, who played Lyle and Erik, respectively, in Monsters.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The deal will cover upcoming sports drama Off The Line, a movie about a determined young inline professional speedskater (played by Pierce), who is eager to establish himself in the sport at the prestigious European Grand Prix 24-hour race.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
The online sportsbooks adjust the odds throughout the season as games are played, and bettors can continue to place future bets.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The group has only played one full show since wrapping a European tour in mid-June.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Oct. 2024
In the decades since, Susan and I have played in bands together, started companies together and traveled the world together.
—Marcus Ryle, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Quarterback Matthew Stafford has played well in an offense still missing star receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua and several starting linemen.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
Murphy said the decision to continue the narrative series lies with the stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch, who played Lyle and Erik, respectively, in Monsters.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The deal will cover upcoming sports drama Off The Line, a movie about a determined young inline professional speedskater (played by Pierce), who is eager to establish himself in the sport at the prestigious European Grand Prix 24-hour race.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
The online sportsbooks adjust the odds throughout the season as games are played, and bettors can continue to place future bets.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The group has only played one full show since wrapping a European tour in mid-June.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Oct. 2024
In the decades since, Susan and I have played in bands together, started companies together and traveled the world together.
—Marcus Ryle, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Quarterback Matthew Stafford has played well in an offense still missing star receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua and several starting linemen.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for played
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An iconic poster from the Broadway musical sees Glinda whispering into the ear of Elphaba, and the image was recreated by the two stars for the upcoming film.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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The wizards’ lair was recreated to look exactly the same, with the production team having recovered the couches from the original series in a warehouse.Julia MacCary, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
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Latin music icon Marc Anthony performed and executive produced a special segment with salsa great Sergio George to pay homage to the tropical music genre.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The tribute was performed by Reik, Leonel García, Alejandro Fernández, David Bisbal and Carlos Rivera.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The prosecutor, having successfully argued to exclude the abuse testimony, mocked the brothers’ defense during his closing arguments for not producing any evidence of abuse.Kim Kardashian, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
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He’s mocked, laughed at or just roundly dismissed because of his facial tumors.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
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The fact that China tolerated open criticism of North Korea’s leadership put further strain on the relationship between the two governments.Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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Pearsall’s first career touchdown had put the 49ers ahead 7-0, once a replay confirmed Pearsall’s 46-yard catch-and-run.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Levi’s has entertained the idea of selling the brand several times.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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None of the other three women entertained the suggestion.Ridah Syed, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
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Andrews portrayed Queen Clarice Renaldi in the films, Mia’s estranged grandmother and ruler of Genovia.Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Lily James portrayed a younger version of Donna, Streep's character and Sophie's mother; the movie flashes back to Donna's encounters with Sophie's three possible fathers as Sophie and her husband Sky (Cooper) prepare to welcome their own child in the present.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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Some questions critics of the system hoped to answer, such as whether the system itself is helping or harming student learning or is biased against more disadvantaged students, were not addressed.Yesenia Robles, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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But even then, the extra enforcers haven’t addressed the underlying problem.Max Blau, ProPublica, 14 Nov. 2024
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That's where the satire finds itself, and sometimes, that satire can be interpreted in different ways according to each viewer's take on the characters.Andy Hoglund, EW.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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This could be interpreted in many ways.Rasputin Todd, The Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Played.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/played. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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