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grandstand play
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noun
an ostentatious play, as in a sport, overemphasized deliberately to elicit applause from spectators.
any action or attempt designed to win approval or to make a strong impression: His going to work on Christmas was another of his grandstand plays.
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Origin of grandstand play
An Americanism dating back to 1890–95
Words nearby grandstand play
grandsire, grand slam, grandson, grandstand, grandstand finish, grandstand play, grandstand play, make a, Grand Teton National Park, grand tier, grand tour, grand touring car
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