PLAYED (AROUND) Synonyms: 16 Similar Words

played (around)

verb

past tense of play (around)

as in catted (around)

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Not too long ago, artificial intelligence was more or less a science project in which data scientists and developers fooled around with one-off small or test projects.

— Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

Definition of fooled around

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Off-duty models stepped out in nonchalant style, pairing the jeans with basic tops and simple belts, while fashion show attendees elevated the laidback fits with button-down denim shirts, neckties and colorful knitwear.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Candy Mazard was inside her food truck outside the store and stepped out to see what had happened.

— Abby Dodge, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

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played (around)

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