play
noun
a dramatic composition or piece; drama.
playing
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present participleof play.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Behind the scenes, however, he was playing a different game.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
Instead, it depends on several interconnected abilities, with language-related skills playing especially important roles.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 3, 2026
The actors, who previously starred together in ‘True Detective,’ join forces again, playing versions of themselves and running with the rumor that they might be related.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
I said, ‘Really, it’s nothing. Just me playing a ukulele.’
From Salon ● Nov. 3, 2026
Trashrats always had some kind of blood feud playing out, and any animal with half a brain knew better than to get involved.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
