Zoeken
to play on
[phrase form: play]
01
uitbuiten, spelen met
to take advantage of someone's feelings or weaknesses
Transitive: to play on someone's feelings or weaknesses
Example
The motivational speaker played on the audience 's desire for success to sell his books and courses.
The politician played on the fears of the public to garner support for his policies.
The film played on our emotions, using touching flashbacks and heartwarming moments.
02
verder spelen, doorgaan met spelen
to continue playing, especially in sports, games, or performances
Intransitive
Example
Even after the power outage in the stadium, the players decided to play on.
The basketball player received a minor injury, but after a quick assessment, he decided to play on for the remainder of the game.
The children were told their playtime was over, but they begged to play on for just a few more minutes.
03
voortduren, aanhouden
to continue over time
Intransitive
Example
The influence of that one meeting played on, guiding his career choices for years.
Even though he tried to distract himself, the guilt of what he had done played on.
Though she 'd moved to a new city, the culture and traditions of her hometown played on in her daily life.
Voorbeeld
The motivational speaker played on the audience's desire for success to sell his books and courses.
The politician played on the fears of the public to garner support for his policies.
The film played on our emotions, using touching flashbacks and heartwarming moments.
The charity commercial played on viewers' compassion by showing heart-wrenching images of those in need.
Scammers often play on the elderly's trust and lack of tech knowledge to deceive them.
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