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player

[pley-er] / ˈpleɪ ər /


NOUN
person who produces music
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"I really understand because a player can get excited by conversations with a coach and by everything a club like Chelsea can offer," Scuro continued.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has emerged as a top player and NL MVP favorite after fundamentally altering his batting stance.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

Though Netflix movies are largely terrible, the company remains a major player in the film industry.

From Salon Sep. 2, 2026

The score was so lopsided by the ninth inning that utility player Kiké Hernández took the mound to finish the game — but without his signature pitching helmet.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

As the contest seesawed, each player acted the role of predator and prey.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

But the position of these two players was fluid with Kovacic, comfortable playing as a holding midfielder, picking up these positions.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Kiffin was emboldened to do so when a restraining order from a Louisiana judge said players denied a fifth year of eligibility could return to college, even if they’d suited up for NFL preseason games.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

Rams players, including Quentin Lake and Kobie Turner, are thrilled Aaron Donald is back on the team, but Sean McVay won’t push for him to play in the opener.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

City's expenditure of £542m on new signings since the turn of the year will grab the headlines, but it often goes under the radar how well they do at selling fringe players.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

In this variation, players had to move immediately as soon as an opponent made his move.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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