in play

Example Sentences

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The Ifab has now accepted the request, and says that any foul before the ball is in play that has a direct impact can be reviewed.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

In changing the subject a bit or expanding the set of issues in play, he tries to shake things up in ways that he thinks will strengthen his hand.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

If ‘The Comeback’ has a bit more steam behind its return season, I could see Lisa Kudrow being in play, but I think it’s Quinta Brunson right behind Smart.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

More than 58% of the balls he has put in play have left his bat at 95 mph or above, which is nearly six points higher than his career mark, according to Statcast.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

His claws, clattering across the linoleum, sounded like mah-jongg tiles in play.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen