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The audience rose as a brass band began to play upon the arrival of the royal family, who sat in their box in the famous concert hall.
From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025
For now, the Dodgers haven’t decided where Betts will play upon his return.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2024
The World Cup, indeed, should play upon the world stage and not just one continent or two.
From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2022
The defense has countered that her testimony isn’t that different from that of other bystanders and will only play upon jurors’ emotions.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2022
Mr. Levy watched anger and anxiety play upon his wife’s face.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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