play in
The phrase "play in" has versatile meanings across different contexts, from sports to music.
Definition
B1General Sports
(informal)To participate in a game or match.
Example
- She was excited to play in the final match of the season.
B2Soccer
(technical)To pass the ball to a teammate in an advantageous position.
Example
- The midfielder played in the striker, who then scored the winning goal.
C1Cricket
(technical)To become comfortable with the conditions at the start of an innings.
Example
- The batsman took some time to play himself in before starting to score runs freely.
C1NBA
(technical)A preliminary tournament determining the final playoff seeds.
Example
- The team secured their spot in the playoffs through the play-in tournament.
B2Music
(informal)To perform a musical piece, often in a casual setting.
Example
- They decided to play in a few songs at the gathering.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "play in":
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