game on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To take advantage of (someone) through manipulation and deceit.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Be careful of him, he'll game on you in a heartbeat.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “game on” mean?
To take advantage of (someone) through manipulation and deceit.
Is “game on” formal or informal?
game on is generally slang.
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