playing God
Example Sentences
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If you were playing God, for example, you'd want to stash as many pollinators in your ark as you can, and as many plant species that are really good at storing carbon as you can.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2025
“If you take away all the bad bugs, the beneficial bugs won’t come in. It’s all about stepping back and not playing God all the time.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2024
Fisk has compared the work of a production designer to be a little like playing God, and a little like being a kid.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 23, 2024
He’s playing the fool, and he’s playing God.
From New York Times • Jul. 14, 2022
“Whatever you say. You’re the one playing God here, Luke.”
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
