played

Example Sentences

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As a soccer enthusiast, Luna has played many positions — all of them rather poorly, he confesses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

They played football on the beach as children, but only when the tide was out.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Strong unions played an important role in reducing income inequality in the mid-20th century by helping workers negotiate better contracts, and they can do the same again today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

On Thursday, the beachside felt calm as a woman was leisurely paddle boarding in the shallows while children played on the beach.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

We’ve played together for countless hours, so much so that we are always in sync.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith