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play out

VERB
to bring to an end
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It remains to be seen how industry safeguards would play out and if they would be enough to sway public opinion.

From MarketWatch Sep. 12, 2026

Companies say they are committing to paying for these upgrades, and the Trump administration is pressuring them to fully cover those costs, but it remains to be seen how these complicated deals will play out.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

Their rivalry could play out over plenty more big stages in the future.

From BBC Sep. 4, 2026

It is anyone’s guess how this will play out, though U.S.

From Slate Sep. 3, 2026

He wants to know how his tragedies play out, Jonas had said.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry




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