play to
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see play, to.
Examples
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).
Sense 2
To act in a way most suitable to; to act in a way that best brings out (a quality, condition, etc.).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To act in order to gain the attention or admiration of.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “play to” mean?
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see play, to.
Is “play to” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.