Play the game

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verb

To participate in a sport or game.

He likes to play the game chess in his free time.
Visual representation of "play the game" - To participate in a sport or game

Often appears as...

  • play the game of chess
  • play the football game
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Specific Sports

Used for particular sports or games, indicating a regular habit or interest.

Illustration for Specific Sports
She regularly plays the game of tennis with her friends.
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Casual Enjoyment

Can suggest a leisure activity done for pleasure, not professionally or competitively.

Illustration for Casual Enjoyment
They play the game of darts every Friday night at the pub.
Visual representation of the word "Play the game"

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