power play

Example Sentences

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“We were not sharp in any facet of the game. It’s not good enough,” said Smith, after Utah scored two goals on the power play and three in transition.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

The real power play is to stuff these accounts and then convert them into Roth IRAs for long-term tax savings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

He withstood two breakaways in critical moments and helped kill a 5-on-3 power play.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Then less than a minute later, the U.S. took two penalties 28 seconds apart, giving Canada a five-on-three power play.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

You stage a power play by conning the older guy out of some fake winnings, then mouth around that you one-upped the boss.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz