Meaning Of The Word Play on

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What's The Definition Of Play on?

play on
phrasal verb: If you play on someone's fears, weaknesses, or faults, you deliberately use them in order to persuade that person to do something, or to achieve what you want.

play on in American English
to exploit, as the feelings or weaknesses of another; take selfish advantage of

play on in British English
to continue to play

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