as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
on Monday mornings she usually gives her coworkers a detailed play-by-play on how her weekend date went
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This informed discussion, commentary and critical discourse – along with the news stories that provide the general public with a window into the buzz of the festival – are as much part of cinema culture’s ecosystem as the films themselves.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025 -
What began as industry-specific commentary evolved into an exploration of broader societal issues.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 May 2025
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These services include research, analysis, advising, consulting, benchmarking, acquisition matchmaking and video and speaking sponsorships.—
Robert Kramer,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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In 2022, those terms appeared for the first time in bills introduced in 12 states, according to a USA TODAY analysis of data compiled by bill-tracking firm Plural.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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“Play-by-play.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/play-by-play. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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