play into
verb
played into; playing into; plays into
: to help support (something, such as an idea)
Her methods play into the stereotype that lawyers are dishonest.
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What are your thoughts on how age plays into that position?
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Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 June 2026
Geopolitical tensions are also playing into Monday's trading session after the most significant test to the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
—Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Although iPhone sales have been thriving, Wall Street wants to know how AI plays into the company’s long-term vision.
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That brings out all kinds of jealousies and heightened emotions, which can play into these cases.
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Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 June 2026
Geopolitical tensions are also playing into Monday's trading session after the most significant test to the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
—Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Although iPhone sales have been thriving, Wall Street wants to know how AI plays into the company’s long-term vision.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
That brings out all kinds of jealousies and heightened emotions, which can play into these cases.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
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“Play into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/play%20into. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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