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to play up
[phrase form: play]
01
強調する, 目立たせる
to make something seem more important or noticeable by highlighting it
Transitive: to play up sth
02
誇張する, 取り繕う
to act in an insincere way, to gain favor or approval from someone else
Intransitive
03
不調になる, 動作不良になる
(of machines or equipment) to not work properly
Intransitive
04
問題を引き起こす, 邪魔をする
to cause discomfort or trouble
Intransitive
05
エネルギーを持って演じる, より一生懸命にプレイする
to perform with enhanced energy or determination
Intransitive
play up
v
例
The media often plays up minor incidents, causing unnecessary panic.
She decided to play up her strengths during the interview.
To make the story more engaging, the author played up the main character's internal conflict.
He plays up his connections to make himself seem more influential.
My car's engine plays up whenever the weather gets too cold.
