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as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
decided he would indulge in a friendly basketball game with his friends before dinner
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as in strategy
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
the crook told his accomplice, "Here's the game: look surprised when the police ask about the money"
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as in play
an attitude or manner not to be taken seriously
there's no need to get upset, all our teasing is only a game
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as in profession
the activity by which one regularly makes a living
stand-up comedy is his game, and he's one of a handful of people making a decent living at it
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
the education game simply was no longer of interest to her
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as in ready
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
are you game for going out tonight?
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Recent Examples of game
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Downtown Sacramento was awash in Dodger blue as thousands of fans poured into the capital city for a three-game series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the A’s that concludes Wednesday.
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Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Marissa Gluck,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Another casualty of the post-game celebration was a 17-year-old boy beaten into a coma outside a bar near Madison Square garden.
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Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2026
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The Dodgers are in the midst of playing 13 games in 13 days, and Roberts wanted to make sure that the Japanese sensation got a break.
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CBS News,
1 July 2026
Downtown Sacramento was awash in Dodger blue as thousands of fans poured into the capital city for a three-game series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the A’s that concludes Wednesday.
—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Adjective
His apartment is the perfect pre-game space for him and his friends before a night on the town.
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Marissa Gluck,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Another casualty of the post-game celebration was a 17-year-old boy beaten into a coma outside a bar near Madison Square garden.
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Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for game
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The French men’s national team — one of the favorites to win the entire tournament — arrived with HACs, as well as bags from Chanel and Louis Vuitton.
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This is the earliest that the Netherlands was eliminated from a World Cup tournament in history, reports ESPN.
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Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler.
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Teams that are not ready solve yesterday's problems and call it strategy.
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The 16-man team will be coached by Lakers assistant coach Ty Abbott and begin summer league play Friday against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
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With group play coming to a close and the Round of 32 approaching, the competition is heating up as teams look to punch their tickets to the knockout round in hopes of hoisting the FIFA World Cup Trophy at the final on Sunday, July 19.
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The automaker gets top ratings for such professions as automotive engineer and data scientist.
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The path into the legal profession no longer runs through legal institutions.
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Police are asking people to avoid the area if possible.
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Specifically targeting underserved areas, the parks will be at the San Joaquin River Parkway, Dust Bowl Camp, and Feather River Park in Yuba County.
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Both of these sightings were enough to convince me to add the summer-ready bottoms to my own wardrobe (seriously, the pants have been living rent-free in my mind since her initial outfit).
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Mere minutes after Hakimi's goal, Haiti was ready for revenge, with a powerful goal by Wilson Isidor.
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The biggest score of the World Cup competition may be happening off the pitch.
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For Iraq, a victory would be its first in World Cup competition while Senegal, a quarterfinalist in 2002, would like to get a win for Sadio Mane, one of Africa’s most iconic players, who may be playing in his final World Cup.
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Democrats say the Republican plan would hurt low- and middle-income Georgians, who would end up paying more in taxes.
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
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“Game.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/game. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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