play games

Idioms  

1. Be evasive or deceptive, as in Don't play games with me—I want an honest answer. Also see play the game.

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Example Sentences

Noland Arbaugh, the first human to receive a brain chip implant by Elon Musk's Neuralink, previously told the BBC the device has allowed him to play games again.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Void decks were initially built for ventilation and to prevent floods, before evolving into spaces where residents exercise, play games and hang out.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Note: Third round pool play games Wednesday at higher seeds; Quarterfinals Feb. 21; Semifinals Feb. 24; Finals Feb. 28 at Toyota Arena.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

"If you lead a country like the US or China, it's not easy. You have to play games, make deals."

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

Then, after dinner, they began to play games.

From "The Cricket in Times Square" by George Selden

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