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to play out
[phrase form: play]
Example
We 're not sure what her strategy is, but we 're curious to see it play out.
How do you think the negotiations will play out?
Let 's wait and see how the situation plays out before making a decision.
02
to gradually lose energy or resources until nothing remains or effectiveness is lost
Example
As the storm raged on, the city 's emergency response systems started to play out.
As the match went into overtime, the players began to play out.
In the final stretch of the marathon, many runners play out and find it hard to finish.
03
to come to an end
04
to carry out something to completion
Example
The coach decided to play out the remaining minutes without making substitutions.
Let 's see how this situation plays out before making a decision.
05
to use energy or resources completely
06
to release something over a period of time, often in a controlled manner
Example
The marketing team preferred to play out hints about the upcoming campaign to maintain suspense among the audience.
The filmmaker planned to play out teasers for the movie to create excitement leading up to the release date.
07
to express one's emotions, dreams, etc. by pretending that a specific situation is actually happening
Example
Couples sometimes play out romantic scenarios to rekindle the spark in their relationship.
Children often play out their fantasies by pretending to be characters from their favorite stories.
In therapy, individuals may play out their fears to confront and manage them in a safe environment.
08
(of a thing) to get boring because one has used or seen it too often
Example
We're not sure what her strategy is, but we're curious to see it play out.
How do you think the negotiations will play out?
Let's wait and see how the situation plays out before making a decision.
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