play

Danh từ

sự chơi, sự vui chơi

the happy sounds of children at play

tiếng vui thích của trẻ con vui chơi

his life is all work and no play

cuộc đời ông ta chỉ toàn có làm không có chơi

(thể thao) sự chơi, sự đấu; cách chơi; lối chơi

the tennis players need total concentration during the play

những người chơi quần vợt cần tập trung hoàn toàn sự chú ý trong thời gian chơi

they were penalized for too much rough play

họ bị phạt vì lối chơi quá thô bạo

sự chơi cờ bạc, sự đánh bạc; trò cờ bạc

lose £500 in one evening's play

thua 500 bảng trong một canh bạc đêm

lượt chơi (bài, cờ…)

it's your play

đến lượt anh đấy (đi quân cờ, đánh quân bài)

sự bị giơ, sự long, sự xộc xệch

a play in the wheel

chỗ long ở bánh, chỗ bị giơ ở bánh

sự chuyển dịch; sự hoạt động; phạm vi hoạt động

we need more play on the rope

chúng tôi cần dây chão chuyển dịch được nhiều hơn nữa

sự giỡn; sự lung linh

the play of moonlight on water

ánh trăng lung linh trên mặt nước

vở kịch; kịch

he has just written a new play

ông ta vừa viết một vở kịch mới

go to the play

đi xem kịch

bring into play

làm cho có ảnh hưởng

that financial crisis brought new factors into play

cuộc khủng hoảng kinh tế ấy đã làm cho những nhân tố mới có ảnh hưởng

call into play

xem call

child's play

xem child

come into play

[bắt đầu] tác động; [bắt đầu] có ảnh hưởng

personal feelings should not come into play when one has to make business decisions

cảm nghĩ cá nhân không được có ảnh hưởng khi người ta quyết định về công việc kinh doanh

fair play

xem fair

give free play to

xem free

give full play

xem full

in full play

xem full

in play

đùa; không nghiêm chỉnh

the remark was only made in play

nhận xét ấy chỉ là đùa thôi

in (out of) play

đúng (không đúng) vị trí hợp lệ (quả bóng)

make a play for

(Mỹ)

thực hiện những hành động nhằm đạt mục đích mong muốn

he was making a big play for the leadership of the party

ông ta đã thực hiện những hành động nhằm khẳng định mạnh mẽ sự lãnh đạo của đảng

a play on words

sự chơi chữ

the state of play

xem state

Động từ

chơi, vui chơi, chơi đùa

a little child playing with his friend

đứa bé chơi với bạn nó

the children are playing in the garden

bọn trẻ đang chơi trong vườn

chơi (thể thao, nhạc, cờ, cờ bạc, kịch…)

play basketball

chơi bóng rổ

play chess

chơi cờ

play the violin

chơi đàn viôlông

play a tune on a guitar

chơi một điệu trên đàn ghi ta

play somebody a piece by Chopin

chơi cho ai nghe một bản nhạc của Sô-panh

there was a record playing in the next room

đã nghe có đĩa hát ở phòng bên cạnh

play one's ace

chơi con quân át, đánh quân át, đánh quân át

play [the part of] Ophelia

chơi (đóng) vai Ophelia

chơi trò, giả chơi; giả làm, làm ra bộ

let's play [at] pirates

ta hãy chơi trò hải tặc đi

the children are playing at keeping shop

trẻ con đang chơi trò bán hàng

play dead

giả chết

play the diplomat

giả làm nhà ngoại giao

chơi, chơi xỏ

play a trick on somebody

chơi xỏ ai một vố

giỡn

lung linh; lướt qua

moonlight playing on the surface of the lake

ánh trăng lung linh trên mặt hồ

a smile played on (about) her lips

một nụ cười lướt qua môi cô ta

nã, chiếu, phun

the firemen played their hoses in the burning building

đội viên chữa cháy nã vòi phun vào ngôi nhà đang cháy

fire engines play on the fire

xe chữa cháy phun vào đám cháy

giật giật dây câu làm cho mệt (cá)

play a fish

giật giật dây câu làm cho cá mệt

what somebody is playing at

cái mà ai đang làm (tỏ ý tức giận)

don't know what he thinks he's playing at

tôi không biết là nó nghĩ gì về cái mà nó đang làm

play the game

xem game

play about(around) with

hành động (đối xử) một cách vô trách nhiệm với

don't play about with my expensive tools!

Đừng có tỏ ra vô trách nhiệm đối với các dụng cụ đắt tiền của tôi!

play along with

giả vờ cộng tác với, giả vờ ăn ý với

he was in charge, so I had to play a long with his odd idea

(khẩu ngữ) ông ta là phụ trách nên tôi phải giả vờ ăn ý với những ý nghĩ kỳ quặc của ông ta

play at something; play at being something

làm cái gì một cách tình cờ, không thực sự thích thú

he's only playing at his job, in the city, he is much more interested in being a racing driver

anh ta chỉ làm việc hiện làm trong thành phố một cách không thích thú, anh ta thích làm nghề cưỡi ngựa đua hơn nhiều

play something back (to somebody)

cho nghe tư liệu đã ghi âm (trên băng ghi âm…)

I played her voice back to her

tôi cho chị ta nghe lại tiếng của chính chị (qua băng ghi âm)

play something down

cố hạ thấp tầm quan trọng của việc gì

the government are trying to play down their involvement in the affair

chính phủ cố hạ thấp tầm quan trọng của sự dính líu vào vụ việc ấy

play somebody onto (in, out)

cử nhạc khi ai vào (ra) (một nơi nào đó)

the band played the performers onto the stage

dàn nhạc cử nhạc khi các diễn viên vào sàn diễn

play oneself in

chơi từ từ và thận trọng lúc mới nhập vào cuộc

play off

chơi trận quyết định được thua (sau khi đã hòa)

play A off against B

làm cho A chống đối B nhằm lợi cho mình

she played her two rivals off against each other and got the job herself

cô ta làm cho hai đối thủ của mình chống lại nhau và tự mình chõm lấy việc làm

play on

(thể thao)

tiếp tục chơi, chơi tiếp, lại bắt đầu chơi

some of the players claimed a penalty but the referee told them to play on

một vài cầu thủ đòi phạt đền nhưng trọng tài bảo họ cứ chơi tiếp

play on something

khích động (tình cảm…của ai) nhằm lợi cho mình

they played on his fears of losing his job to get him to do what they wanted

chúng nó khích động lòng sợ mất việc của nó để bắt nó làm những gì chúng cần

play something out

thực hiện, tiến hành (việc gì, nhất là trong thực tế cuộc sống)

their love affair was played out against the background of a country at war

chuyện yêu đương của họ diễn ra trong bối cảnh một đấy nước đang có chiến tranh

play somebody up

gây ra (cho ai) đau đớn (khó khăn, vấn đề phải suy nghĩ…)

my injured shoulder is playing me up today

hôm nay chỗ vai bị thương của tôi làm cho tôi đau

schoolchildren playing their teacher

học sinh gây khó chịu cho thầy (do làm ồn…)

play something up

cố nâng cao tầm quan trọng của việc gì

she played up her past achievements just to impress us

chị ta cố nâng cao tầm quan trọng của những thành tích đã qua chỉ để gây ấn tượng đối với chúng tôi

play up to somebody

(khẩu ngữ)

nịnh ai, tâng bốc ai (để lấy lòng)

play with oneself

(uyển ngữ)

thủ dâm

play with (somebody, something)

như play about (around) with

play with something

coi nhẹ (một ý kiến); giỡn với

she's playing with the idea of starting her own business

cô ta coi nhẹ việc bắt đầu công việc của bản thân cô

* Các từ tương tự:
play-act, play-acting, play-actor, play-back, play-by-play, play-day, play-debt, play-field, play-girl
verb

plays; played; playing

to do activities for fun or enjoyment [no obj]

The children were playing in the yard.

Can Sara come out and play?

He played by himself in his room. - often + with

She's outside playing with her friends.

You already have lots of toys to play with.

a baby playing with his toes [+ obj]

If children play teacher/school (etc.), they play by pretending to be adults.

She likes to play teacher/doctor with her sisters. - see also play house at 1house

to participate in (a game or sport) [+ obj]

Did you play any sports in high school?

She plays soccer.

Do you want to play (a game of) cards/poker?

No one dares to play chess with/against him.

It's not whether you win or lose (that's important), it's how you play the game.

The children were playing hide-and-seek. [no obj]

I have a chess set. Do you want to play?

It's your turn to play.

She hurt her wrist but decided to continue playing.

He played in every major tournament this year.

He's always dreamed of playing on a professional hockey team. - often + for

We never play for money.

I'm on a basketball team at school, but I also play for fun with my friends.

If you play for a particular team, you are a member of that team.

Babe Ruth played for the Yankees.

He used to play for Boston but got traded to New York.

to compete against (someone) in a game [+ obj]

The Yankees are playing the Red Sox tonight at Yankee Stadium.

No one dares to play him at chess.

When Tom and I are finished with this game, you can play the winner. [no obj]

The Yankees and the Red Sox are playing at Yankee Stadium.

She has played against some of the best tennis players in the world.

If you play (someone) for (something), you play a game in which the winner will be able to take or keep something.

Is that the last can of soda? Yeah, I'll play you for it.

[+ obj] :to have (a particular position on a sports team)

He dreamed about playing quarterback in the National Football League.

She played center field in their last game.

He plays third base.

What position does he play?

[+ obj] :to allow (someone) to play during a game especially in a particular position

Her coach didn't play her in yesterday's game.

They decided to play him at first base.

[+ obj] :to place (a playing card) on the table during your turn in a card game

I played the ace of hearts. - often used figuratively

lawyers who play the race card to defend their clients [=who say that their clients were treated unfairly because of their race] - see also play your cards close to the chest/vest at 1card play your cards right at 1card

[+ obj] :to move (a piece) during your turn in a chess game

He played his rook/bishop/queen for the win.

[+ obj] :to hit, kick, throw, or catch (a ball, puck, etc.)

You have to play the ball where it lies.

He played a wedge shot to the green.

He played a great shot to his opponent's forehand.

The shortstop played the ball perfectly.

[+ obj] to bet money on (something)

I used to gamble a lot. Mostly, I played the races/horses/slots.

She only plays the lottery when there's a large jackpot.

to invest money in (the stock market) in order to try to earn money

You can lose a lot of money playing the (stock) market.

to perform music on (an instrument) [+ obj]

She's been playing the violin since she was 10 years old.

Where did you learn to play the piano?

He can play guitar and drums. [no obj]

He played while she sang.

Would you play for us?

He plays in a band.

[no obj] of an instrument :to produce music

I could hear a guitar playing in the distance.

[+ obj] :to perform (a song, a piece of music, etc.) on an instrument

Would you play something for us?

The band played their new hit song.

The conductor had us play the piece again from the beginning.

The band played a waltz.

She started her career playing country music.

[+ obj] :to perform music written by (a particular composer)

The orchestra will be playing Mozart tonight.

to perform music in (a particular place) [+ obj]

It was her dream to play Carnegie Hall.

She prefers playing small concert halls rather than big stadiums.

The band has been playing bars and nightclubs. [no obj]

We mostly play in bars and nightclubs.

to cause (a song, a piece of music, a movie, etc.) to be heard or seen [+ obj]

You kids are playing your music too loud.

The radio station plays mostly hip-hop and RB.

Who decides which songs get played on the radio?

We're waiting for you to play the movie.

I asked him to play the album/CD/DVD for me. [no obj]

Our favorite song was playing on the radio.

Classical music played softly in the background.

The movie/DVD is already playing.

[no obj] :to be shown or performed usually more than one time

The film is now playing [=is now being shown] in theaters across the country.

What's playing at the theater/movies?

The show has been playing to full/packed houses.

[+ obj] :to act the part of (a particular character) in a film, play, etc.

He played the lead role in Hamlet.

Her character is being played by a relatively unknown actress.

She's not a doctor, but she plays one on TV. - often used figuratively

My wife never disciplines the children. She gets to play the good guy while I have to play the bad guy. [=I have to discipline the children]

I survived a terrible tragedy, but I don't want to play the victim. [=I don't want to act like a victim] - often used with part or role

Luck played an important part in their success. [=a lot of their success was because of luck]

The essay discusses the role that television plays in modern society. [=the effect that television has on modern society]

He's been playing the part/role of the jealous husband. [=he has been acting like a jealous husband]

We all have a part/role to play in the future of this company. [=we all will be involved in an important way in the future of this company] - see also role-play

[no obj] :to pretend that you have a particular quality or are in a particular condition

Don't play [=act] all innocent with me!

She tried to teach her dog to play dead. [=to lie on its back and pretend to be dead]

If anyone asks you about it, play dumb. [=act like you do not know anything about it]

to act or behave in a particular way [no obj]

It's a very competitive business, and not everyone plays fair. = Not everyone plays by the rules.

If you play smart [=if you make good decisions], you should be able to graduate in four years. [+ obj]

She didn't want to seem too eager, so she decided to play it cool. [=to act calm]

If you play it smart, you should be able to graduate in four years.

I decided to play it safe [=to be careful and avoid risk or danger] and leave early so that I would be sure to arrive on time. - see also play by ear at 1ear

[no obj] :to do or say things in a joking way

Don't take it so seriously. He was just playing. [=kidding, joking] - often + around

I was just playing around. I didn't really mean it.

Stop playing around and talk to me seriously for a moment.

[+ obj] :to do (something) to someone in order to amuse yourself or others

He's known for playing pranks, so I wouldn't trust him if I were you.

usually + on

Let's play a joke on her.

The students got in trouble for playing a trick on their teacher.

I can't believe what I'm seeing. My eyes must be playing tricks on me.

[+ obj] informal :to use or control (someone or something) in a clever and unfair way

I'm never going to let anyone play me again.

She played you like a fool. - often + for

She realized too late that she had been played for a fool.

They had been playing the guy for a sucker all along.

[+ obj] :to base a decision or action on (something)

Sometimes you just have to play your luck [=to take a chance] and hope that everything turns out okay.

The coach was playing the odds that his pitcher would get through the inning without giving up a run.

Criminal investigators need to play [=to act on] their hunches.

[no obj] US :to be accepted or received in a particular way

The script looked good on paper but didn't play well on Broadway. - often + with

His idea did not play well with the committee. [=the committee did not like his idea]

[no obj] :to move in a lively and irregular way

A knowing smile played on/about her lips.

We watched the moonlight playing on the water.

play along

[phrasal verb]

to agree to do or accept what other people want

They wanted me to cooperate with them, but I refused to play along. [=go along]

If I pretend to be sick, will you play along and tell everyone that I had to go to the doctor? - often + with

I refused to play along with them.

Will you play along with my plan?

play around

also Brit play about [phrasal verb]

to have sex with someone who is not your husband, wife, or regular partner

He's not the kind of guy who plays around. [=fools around, messes around] - often + on

She's been playing around on her husband. - often + with

She's been playing around with one of her coworkers.

to deal with or treat something in a careless way

When it comes to protecting his family, he doesn't play around. [=fool around, mess around] - often + with

You can't play around with diabetes; it's a very serious disease.

to use or do something in a way that is not very serious

It's time to stop playing around [=fooling around] and get busy. - often + on

I spent the evening playing around on the piano/computer/Internet. - often + with

I'm not really a painter; I just like to play around with paints.

play around with (something) :to move or change (something) or to think about (something) in different ways often in order to find out what would work best

I see you've been playing around with the living room furniture again.

The supervisor played around with our work schedules this week.

We played around with the idea for a while but eventually realized that it just wouldn't work. - see also 1play 9 (above)

play at

[phrasal verb]

play at (something)

to do (something) in a way that is not serious

They were only playing at trying to fix the problem.

chiefly Brit :to play by pretending to be (someone or something)

(Brit) She liked to play at doctors and nurses as a child. - often used in the phrase play at being (something)

boys playing at being soldiers

Brit - used to say in an annoyed way that you do not know the reason for someone's behavior

What is he playing at?

I have no idea what he was playing at.

play back

[phrasal verb]

play back (something) or play (something) back :to cause (recorded sounds or pictures) to be heard or seen

The machine allows you to record and play back sounds.

We finished recording our first take and played it back to hear how it sounded.

He played the tape back to/for us. - see also playback

play ball

xem ball

play down

[phrasal verb]

play down (something) or play (something) down :to make (something) seem smaller or less important

She played down [=downplayed] her role in the research.

It was a significant mistake though our CEO tried to play it down.

play fast and loose

to behave in a clever and dishonest way - usually + with

He was accused of playing fast and loose with the truth. [=of being dishonest]

reporters playing fast and loose with the facts

play for laughs

or play (something) for laughs

to act in a funny way that makes people laugh

She's fantastic in serious roles, but she also knows how to play for laughs.

Most performers would have taken a serious tone during the scene, but he decided to play it for laughs.

play for time

to try to make something happen later instead of sooner :to try to delay something

They're just playing for time, hoping that the situation will resolve itself.

play games

xem game

play God

usually disapproving :to make decisions that have a very powerful and important effect on other people's lives

lawyers who play God with people's lives

play hard to get

to pretend that you are not interested in having a romantic or sexual relationship with someone in order to make that person more attracted to you

She's been playing hard to get, but I can tell that she likes me.

play into

[phrasal verb]

play into (something) :to help support (something, such as an idea)

This new evidence plays into their theory quite nicely.

Her methods play into the stereotype that lawyers are dishonest.

play into someone's hands

or play into the hands of someone

to do something that you do not realize will hurt you and help someone else

You're only playing into their hands by making such ridiculous accusations.

play off

[phrasal verb]

chiefly Brit :to participate in a game that decides a winner from people or teams that had the same results in an earlier game :to play in a play-off

The two teams played off for third place. - see also play-off

play off (someone or something) US :to react to (someone or something) in a pleasing way :to combine with (someone or something) in a way that makes each part better

In this scene, the two actors play off each other extremely well.

The sweetness of the wine plays off the sharp flavor of the cheese.

play (someone or something) off against (someone or something) :to cause two people or groups to fight or compete with each other in a way that helps you

They have been playing him off against his old enemies. [=causing him to fight with his old enemies]

He played one side off against the other.

play on

also play upon [phrasal verb]

play on/upon (something) :to make people do what you want by using (their emotions, fears, concerns, etc.) in an unfair way

The company plays on [=takes advantage of] the concerns of parents in order to sell their products.

Politicians often win votes by playing on [=exploiting] people's emotions.

play out

[phrasal verb]

to happen or occur in usually a gradual way

Let's wait and see how things play out. [=take place, develop]

The consequences of the error will play out for several years to come.

Their personal tragedy was being played out in public.

b play out (something) or play (something) out :to make (something) happen

She got to play out [=realize] her fantasy of being on TV.

We watch professional athletes play out [=act out, live out] our dreams on the field.

This scene plays itself out [=happens] daily in every large city in this country.

play out (something) or play (something) out :to finish (something)

Her coach let her play out the rest of the season but said she wouldn't be allowed on the team next year.

We'll stop the game after we play out this hand.

playing out dangerous experiments

That style of music had played itself out [=stopped being current or popular] and the record companies wanted something new. - see also played-out

play the field

to have romantic or sexual relationships with more than one person at a time :to date more than one person

He wanted to play the field a bit before he got married and settled down.

play the fool

xem fool

play to

[phrasal verb]

play to (someone or something) :to behave or perform in a particular way for (someone or something) in order to get approval or attention

He didn't mean what he was saying. He was just playing to the crowd.

He loves publicity and plays to the cameras every chance he gets.

play to (something) :to make use of (something)

a film that plays to stereotypes of housewives

In his latest album, he once again plays to his strengths as a classical musician.

play to the gallery

xem gallery

play up

[phrasal verb]

play up (something) or play (something) up

to talk about or treat (something) in a way that gives it special importance :to emphasize or stress (something)

During the interview, try to play down your weaknesses and play up your strengths.

to make (something) seem bigger or more important

It was only a small achievement though our CEO tried to play it up.

play up or play (someone) up Brit :to cause problems or pain

The children have been playing up [=misbehaving, acting up] again.

The camera started playing up [=acting up] after I dropped it.

Whenever it rains, my arthritis starts playing up. [=acting up]

My back has been playing me up again.

play with

[phrasal verb]

play with (something)

to move or handle (something) with your hands or fingers often without thinking

She played with her hair while she talked on the phone.

Stop playing with your food and eat.

to handle, change, or deal with (something) in a careless way

I played [=fiddled, messed] with the radio for a while but couldn't get it to work.

It's important to teach your children not to play with guns/fire/matches.

Don't play with [=play around with] my heart/emotions.

You have to take this seriously. You're playing with people's lives!

They're playing with other people's money.

to think about (something) briefly and not very seriously

Management has been playing with [=toying with] the idea of moving to a different building.

I played with the idea of moving to Chicago but ended up staying in New York.

play with fire

to do something that is risky or dangerous

People who use drugs are playing with fire.

play with words/language

to use words that sound similar or that have several different meanings especially in a clever or funny way

a writer who enjoys playing with words

play with yourself

to touch your own sex organs for sexual pleasure :masturbate

noun

plural plays

[count] :a piece of writing that tells a story through the actions and words of characters and that is performed on a stage

The play is based on a real-life event.

He wrote, directed, and starred in the play.

plays by Shakespeare

His fifth grade class is putting on a play about the first Thanksgiving.

I've gone to all of my daughter's school plays.

She's currently adapting a stage play [=a play that is written to be performed on a stage] for the big screen. - see also mystery play, passion play, screenplay

[noncount] :activities that are done especially by children for fun or enjoyment

The book discusses the role of play in a child's development.

imaginative play

As the saying goes, All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

a safe play area

the sounds of children at play [=the sounds of children playing] - see also child's play

[noncount] :the action that happens during a game

Please, no talking during play.

Rain held up play for an hour.

The chess match finally ended after three hours of play.

The two golfers were tied at the start of play yesterday.

We were surprised with/by the other team's level/quality of play.

the time when a person playing a game is supposed to do something [count]

It's your play. [=(more commonly) turn] [noncount]

Roll the dice to determine the order of play. [=to decide who plays first, second, etc.]

[count] US :a particular action or set of actions that happens during a game: such as

a American football :a planned attempt to move the ball forward or to stop an opponent from moving the ball forward

The quarterback called out the play to his teammates.

He ran 50 yards on that last play.

running/passing plays

a defensive/offensive play

b baseball :an action that is done to try to get a player out

He was called safe on a close play at first base. - often used with make

The shortstop made a great play to end the inning.

She had a chance to catch the ball, but she failed to make the play. - see also double play, triple play

the act of moving a piece in a game like chess or checkers

the first/opening play [=move] of the game

[noncount] :the state of being active or having an effect

the play of market forces

She promotes the free play of ideas in her classroom.

Several issues are at play [=are involved] in determining the price of gasoline.

The students' creativity was brought/called/put into play on this last assignment. [=the students had to use their creativity]

Two important factors come into play. [=are involved]

[noncount] time when a musical recording is played by a radio station :airplay

The song has been getting heavy radio play. [=radio stations have been playing the song frequently]

b US :attention in newspapers, on television, etc.

The story has so far received little play in the press. [=has not gotten much attention in the press]

[count] :a humorous or clever way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested - + on

The title of the article makes a play on the prime minister's last name.

a play on the word's original meaning

a clever play on words [=pun] - see also wordplay

[noncount] a function of a machine that causes recorded sounds or pictures to be heard or seen

Press Play to start the movie.

time when a machine is being used to hear or see recorded sounds or pictures

The CD player's batteries only provided three to four hours of play.

[singular] :the irregular or lively movement of something

Look at the dazzling play of colors in this diamond.

a play of shadow and light

[noncount] :loose and free movement of something (such as part of a machine)

There's too much play in the car's steering wheel. - see also fair play, foul play, power play

in/into play

of a ball :in or into the area where players must stay in sports

She tried to keep the ball in play, but it bounced out of bounds.

He put the ball back into play.

make a play for

to try to get (someone or something)

He made a play for her. [=he tried to start a romantic or sexual relationship with her]

She made a play for the job, but she didn't get it.

out of play

of a ball :outside the area where players must stay in sports

The ball is out of play [=dead] if it crosses these lines.

* Các từ tương tự:
play school, play structure, play yard, playable, playacting, play-action pass, playback, playbill, playbook
verb

Ken's mother won't let him go out and play

amuse oneself

frolic

frisk

cavort

gambol

caper

sport

have fun

have a good time

enjoy oneself

disport (oneself)

carouse

He was invited for a game of poker, but he refused to play. I understand that you play bridge

participate (in)

take part (in)

join (in)

be occupied (in or with)

engage in

contend in

take up

take part in

occupy oneself in or with

undertake

The stranger played me at snooker, and I lost three games out of three

engage

contend with

compete with or against

challenge

vie with

pit oneself against

take on

rival

In the new production of Othello she plays Desdemona

portray

depict

perform

act or take the role or part of

act

Play 'Misty' for me. She plays the piccolo very well. Could you play that Caruso record?

perform (upon or on)

put on

I wish they wouldn't play their hi-fi so loud

operate

He played his last chip on number

gamble

bet

wager

stake

place

put

She's merely playing at enjoying skiing to please you

play at

pretend

make believe

fake

feign

simulate

affect

They want him to smuggle diamonds, but he won't play ball

play ball

cooperate

agree

work together

work hand in glove

play along

She can't read music and just plays by ear. With no definite plan of action, I'll just play it by ear

play by ear

improvise

extemporize

ad lib

Colloq wing it

He has always played down his role in the affair

play down

belittle

minimize

diminish

disparage

make light of

deprecate

decry

de-emphasize

They don't yet have the money to pay, so they are playing for time

play for time

delay

procrastinate

stall (for time)

temporize

hesitate

Colloq drag one's feet

He plays on women's affections then persuades them to give him money

play on or upon

use

misuse

abuse

trade on

exploit

take advantage of

impose on

It makes no difference whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game

play the game

behave

conduct oneself

deport oneself

act

Ray is always playing up to the teacher, trying to get a better mark

play up to

curry favour with

flatter

toady to

ingratiate oneself with

butter up

truckle to

court

Colloq soft-soap

suck up to

boot-lick

US apple-polish

Taboo slang brown-nose

play along

I agreed to play along with her charade

a Often

play along with

cooperate

participate

go along (with)

do or play one's part

be a party to

She played him along till he bought her a car

b manipulate

jolly along

play around

Stop playing around and get to work

a fool around

tease

Colloq monkey about or around

horse around or about

She found out about his playing around and filed for divorce

b dally

flirt

be unfaithful

philander

womanize

Colloq fool around

run around

sleep around

play the field

play up

Always try to play up your assets and play down your liabilities

a stress

emphasize

underscore

underline

accentuate

call attention to

highlight

spotlight

dramatize

build up

The bloody engine started playing up again, right in the middle of a rainstorm

b act up

misbehave

give or cause trouble

malfunction

Colloq go on the blink or US fritz

Brit be wonky

play with

He's just playing with her till he gets what he's after

a toy with

trifle with

treat cavalierly or lightly

make light of

think nothing of

dally with

amuse oneself with

We were playing with the idea of a winter holiday this year

b consider

think about

toy with

not treat seriously

Stop playing with your food!

c mess with

fiddle with

toy with

fidget with

noun

We have tickets to a different play for every night this week

drama

stage play

show

piece

production

entertainment

In the game of life, many have no regard for the rules of fair play. The police suspect foul play

behaviour

actions

deportment

conduct

demeanour

The time for play is past, and we must get down to serious business

amusement

frivolity

entertainment

recreation

fun

pleasure

sport

merrymaking

revelry

tomfoolery

Colloq horseplay

skylarking

monkey business

Brit monkey tricks or US monkeyshines

That last play might have won you the game

move

manoeuvre

action

There's too much play in this gear lever

flexibility

looseness

freedom

leeway

margin

room

space

movement

motion

Colloq give

The newspapers gave Connie's new book a big play

treatment

coverage

attention

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