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The following 8 entries include the term the game.
name of the game
noun phrase: the essential quality or matter
on the game
phrase: working as a sex worker
play the game
phrase: to act according to a code or set of standards
ahead of the game
phrase: in a position or situation in which one is likely to succeed, win, etc.
early/late in the game
phrase: at an early/late time in a game or sport —often used figuratively
give the game away
phrase: to make a secret plan or activity known
the game is up
phrase—used to say that a dishonest plan or activity has been discovered and will no longer be allowed to continue
the name of the game
noun phrase: the basic goal or purpose of an activity
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