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5 play idioms, with pictures

Look at the picture, read the meaning, and listen to the example.

A man in sunglasses and a green jacket leans on a wall with his arms crossed and a calm smile. Sweat drops fly off his forehead and his knees shake a little.

What does “Play it cool” mean?

“Play it cool” means to stay calm and relaxed.

Example: He was nervous, but he tried to play it cool.

Emoji clue: play button, cool face with sunglasses

A woman in a red dress stands behind a half-closed wooden door and looks away with a small smile. A man in a blue shirt holds a bunch of flowers and waits on the other side.

What does “Play hard to get” mean?

“Play hard to get” means to act cold to someone you like.

Example: She likes him, but she will play hard to get.

Emoji clue: play button, heart with arrow, lock

A man in a yellow safety vest and a white helmet rides a bicycle slowly along a flat path. Next to him a steep rocky jump ramp stands empty, and he gives it a quick look and keeps going.

What does “Play it safe” mean?

“Play it safe” means to avoid any risk.

Example: The road was icy, so we decided to play it safe.

Emoji clue: play button, safety vest

A detective in a brown coat and hat holds a magnifying glass over a broken window. A muddy footprint and a dropped glove lie on the floor, and a yellow soccer card lies next to them.

What does “Foul play” mean?

“Foul play” means a crime, or a very unfair act.

Example: The police think it was foul play, not an accident.

Emoji clue: play button, yellow card

Two soccer players in red and blue shirts stand on the grass. One of them pulls the other up by the hand, and a ball lies near their feet. A smiling referee gives a thumbs up.

What does “Fair play” mean?

“Fair play” means fair and honest behavior.

Example: A good game is about fair play, not winning.

Emoji clue: play button, balance scale

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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