play the part of
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
During his testimony last week, Musk tried at one point to play the part of his own legal counsel, accusing OpenAI's lawyer William Savitt of asking him leading questions.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
When she does such exercises with clients, Matsis-McCready will often play the part of a frustrated, or emotional, employee learning of a layoff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025
Nevertheless, she’ll play the part of the diplomatic CEO whose door is always open.
From Salon • Dec. 23, 2024
Several famous people were there to play the part of the teacher, and read the dictation texts out loud.
From NewsForKids.net • Jun. 8, 2023
“You play the part of the student who is learning how to read.”
From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt
