played out
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See play out .
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Exhausted, worn out, as in This was the third trip the mules had made, and they were utterly played out . [Mid-1800s]
Example Sentences
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The company “looks to have had very good margin capture of the super-high refining margins that played out in March,” Syme said.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
As El-Sayed unexpectedly prepared to take the stage at the convention, this dynamic played out for all to see.
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
In a high-quality thriller, played out in front of an enthralled crowd, O'Sullivan won the 20th and 21st frames to regain the lead at 11-10.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
That concern is now being played out through Adobe, as another analyst downgraded the stock while at the same time upgrading shares of a cybersecurity player.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
Had she done that, her journey might have played out much differently.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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