play host

Example Sentences

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Replacing four buildings with a single structure that boasts over 100,000 square feet of space, the addition will play host to the museum’s permanent collection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

You are correct: You will get pulled under financially, spiritually and emotionally if you continue to acquiesce to his demands or play host to his decades-long pity parties.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

Perth Stadium, which can hold 60,000, is where the tournament will kick off on October 1, It will play host to six other games.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

But for those who prefer a more traditional Scottish party, the Assembly Rooms will play host to two ceilidhs on 31 December - including an early one for children.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

It was a great honor for Fort Hare to play host to a man acclaimed as a world statesman.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela