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Overview of noun power_play

The noun power play has 3 senses


  • power play, squeeze play, squeeze -- (an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power; "she laughed at this sexual power play and walked away")

  • power play -- (a play in which there is a concentration of players in one location on the field of play; "they used a power play to return the kickoff")

  • power play -- ((ice hockey) a play in which one team has a numerical advantage over the other as a result of penalties; "the team was unable to capitalize on the power play")