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power play

NOUN
concentration of power
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In Game 2, he had the go-ahead score on a power play.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

Plus, a geothermal power play and Iran confusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

The Ducks were shut out on another power play in the second period, extending to 19 the number of consecutive penalties the Golden Knights have killed in the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Although the Ducks played their best defensive game of the postseason, giving up just 21 shots before the empty-netter, the balanced Knights gave them few good scoring opportunities, especially on the power play.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

And she’s not havin’ it—she hits him with her power play.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper




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