played
Example Sentences
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An AI boom is underway in the U.S., and it’s played a key role in boosting the economy.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
In private, the prime minister has also played a key role in pushing allies to reduce their dependence on the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Rather than attempting to lure the animals toward the speaker, the researchers played the sounds loudly enough to provoke a startle response.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 30, 2026
"When we brought them in, it was about fitting the psychology of the dressing room. No-one thought they were better than anyone else, they played for each other."
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
I played by ear and repeated it perfectly.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
