Play back

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verb

To listen to or show something that has been recorded, especially sound or moving images.

Before we finalize the podcast episode, let's play back the recording to make sure everything sounds good.
Visual representation of "play back" - To listen to or show something that has been recorded, especially sound or moving images.

Often appears as...

  • play back a recording
  • play back a video
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Review Process

Used when checking the quality or content of recordings like audio or video.

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The director decided to play back the scene to review the actors' performances.
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Learning Tool

Helpful for language learners to hear their pronunciation and improve.

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I record my English speaking and play it back to correct my mistakes.
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Entertainment Reuse

Commonly used to re-watch favorite scenes or parts of a show or movie.

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After the movie, we played back the funniest scenes to laugh again.
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