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play

[pley] / pleɪ /










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Black paired up with Marcello Hernández to play martial arts instructors who teach unorthodox self-defense methods.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

How many major finals have you had the pleasure of watching your team play in - and win - during your lifetime?

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Although subtle, these processes play an important role in shaping the planet's surface and atmosphere.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

All of these factors play an important role in shaping local climate policies and responses.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

“You were practically twitching when you asked Tramble to use the bathroom; way to play it cool.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin