Meaning Of The Word Power play

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power play
countable noun: A power play is an attempt to gain an advantage by showing that you are more powerful than another person or organization, for example in a business relationship or negotiation.

power play in American English
an offensive play, as in sports, in which force is concentrated in one area; specif., in ice hockey and indoor soccer, one that occurs when the defensive team is shorthanded due to penalties
noun: an aggressive running play in which numerous offensive players converge and forge ahead to block and clear a path for the ball carrier

power play in British English
noun: behaviour or tactics intended to magnify a person's influence or power

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