Play-up Definition

verb

(UK, idiomatic) To misbehave.

Children who do not receive enough attention may begin to play up.
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(idiomatic) To make or attempt to make something appear more important, likely or obvious; to showcase or highlight.

For the audition, Nicole will play up her skill as a pianist by playing Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by Bach.
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Play-up Sentence Examples

  • If you don't have a fireplace, play up other features, such as a large window.

  • Using V-Drums triggering technology, this futuristic instrument allows hand percussionists to play up to 15 sounds naturally, without using sticks.

  • Wait for the fullback to run out and pick up his block, then scoot behind him and cut the play up the sideline.

  • You can also find lots of accessories to play up the ladybug theme.

  • Lamps, rugs, wall murals, blankets, shelves, clocks, toy boxes, and storage bins can all feature nursery rhyme characters and play up the theme.

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