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play

[pley] / pleɪ /










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In addition to co-writing the play with Marshall Pailet, Slater portrayed mime artist Marcel Marceau.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Williams had said the chance to play in front of her children was the driving force behind her sensational return and she provided a memorable moment for them.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Secretary Andrew Pincher will also play a significant role.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

EchoStar itself is also a play on SpaceX, thanks to a spectrum deal set to give the firm a nearly 3% stake in the soon-to-be-public company.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m here if you want to play now.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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