Dungeons and Dragons

American

[duhn-juhnz uhn drag-uhnz] / ˈdʌn dʒənz ən ˈdræg ənz /

(used with a singular verb)

a brand name for a role-playing game set in a fantasy world resembling the Middle Ages. D&D, DND

Example Sentences

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Mike says it's what he likes to believe – and each member of their Dungeons and Dragons party – Will, Dustin, Lucas and Max – all agree that they, too, believe.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

However, he specifically called out Magic and Dungeons and Dragons as sources to “mine” and “leverage.”

From Slate • Aug. 14, 2024

The first kit was delivered by Hobbs, a Dungeons and Dragons enthusiast, to the West Valley library.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 25, 2024

Accepting the award in Los Angeles, developer Larian said the epic fantasy RPG based on Dungeons and Dragons was a labour of love.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2023

I go to pull her away from the chaos of Dungeons and Dragons.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi

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