playing time

noun

: the amount of time that a team member is allowed to play during a game
Her teammates were complaining about their lack of playing time.

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Had these players returned to campus, some, the NCAA noted, might have taken roster spots or at least playing time from freshmen and incoming transfers who are younger, less experienced and, in some cases, not as physically developed. Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Players were also frustrated with a lack of communication regarding playing time and roles on the team. Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Robell and Sweazie’s lack of playing time, side-by-side, at fall camp shouldn’t be an issue. Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 17 Aug. 2026 Fellow freshman Camdin Portis could eventaully work his way into playing time this season, too. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for playing time

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“Playing time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playing%20time. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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