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as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
decided he would indulge in a friendly basketball game with his friends before dinner
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as in strategy
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
the crook told his accomplice, "Here's the game: look surprised when the police ask about the money"
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3
as in play
an attitude or manner not to be taken seriously
there's no need to get upset, all our teasing is only a game
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as in profession
the activity by which one regularly makes a living
stand-up comedy is his game, and he's one of a handful of people making a decent living at it
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
the education game simply was no longer of interest to her
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as in ready
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
are you game for going out tonight?
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Recent Examples of game
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 May 2025
Duffy, a former reality show contestant and four-term congressman, comes to the blame game with dirty hands.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2025
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The excitement is heightened by additional events, including an annual mascot game at halftime, a pre-game clinic and the Teddy Toss.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 20 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Saturn will also slip into Aries and your ninth house of expansion, asking you to commit to the long game, whether that’s school, travel, publishing or just getting serious about a belief system.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 May 2025
Duffy, a former reality show contestant and four-term congressman, comes to the blame game with dirty hands.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2025
Adjective
The game will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN, with pre-game coverage beginning before the 8:00 PM ET puck drop.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The excitement is heightened by additional events, including an annual mascot game at halftime, a pre-game clinic and the Teddy Toss.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for game
Noun
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Both the novel and movie chronicle the infamous 50th Hunger Games tournament that took place decades before the events of the original trilogy that starred Jennifer Lawrence as victor turned revolutionist Katniss Everdeen.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Not bad for a guy who spent much of this week as the tournament’s first alternate — waiting, hoping, for someone to pull out.—
Jordan Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
16 May 2025
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The bill is part of a broader Republican strategy to control federal deficits without touching defense spending or introducing tax reductions.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee responded to the GOP’s strategy by pointing to Trump.—
Annabella Rosciglione,
The Washington Examiner,
14 May 2025
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Here, Aich has hosted plays, musical performances, and gatherings of friends and family.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
16 May 2025
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But that’s not really what the world premiere play that opened Thursday at the Old Globe is about.—
Pamela Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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The dental profession agrees fluoride prevents cavities.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 May 2025
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In terms of creating legitimacy for the profession, the guild is also looking at establishing accreditation for certain creators and establishing a database called Hue, similar to IMDB, to display their work.—
Manisha Krishnan,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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On May 8, a hunter discovered human remains on Cedar Mountain, and after alerting authorities about the finding, law enforcement responded to the area and retrieved them, the Kane County Sheriff's Office reported this week.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The Charlotte chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is also working on a new initiative to help people find mental health care in the area, executive director Kate Weaver said.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Be ready to discuss this factually, not emotionally, and give examples.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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And Address Board Concerns As boards engage with executive leaders regarding the use and deployment of agentic AI, CFOs need to be ready to contribute to discussions regarding questions such as: What is our long-term vision for deploying agentic AI in our organization?—
Jim DeLoach,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The event is the world's biggest music competition, watched by more than 160 million people across the world.—
John Revill,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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With only five returning players, even Clark said Indiana needed competition to learn more about areas of improvement.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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Connecticut adopted a phase out and ban plan for PFAs in 2024.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 May 2025
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“Game.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/game. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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