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British pronunciation/plˈeɪ wɪð/
American pronunciation/plˈeɪ wɪð/

Definition & Meaning of "play with"

to play with
[phrase form: play]
01

to consider an idea or possibility without fully committing to it

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He's playing with the idea of adopting a pet.
They've played with the possibility of relocating the company headquarters.
She's played with the thought of starting her own business.
02

to casually or aimlessly touch something

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He absentmindedly played with the coins in his pocket during the meeting.
She always plays with her hair when she's nervous.
She told her child not to play with the food on the plate.
03

to deceive someone for amusement or personal gain

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The spy was playing with the intelligence agency, leaving misleading evidence to divert their attention.
He's known to play with his opponents, feeding them incorrect information to gain an advantage.
She's known to play with people by pretending to be someone else online.

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He's playing with the idea of adopting a pet.
She's played with the thought of starting her own business.
They've played with the possibility of relocating the company headquarters.
I've played with the idea of moving abroad, but I'm not sure yet.
Are you seriously going to do it or just playing with the thought?
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