play off (Meaning)
play off (v)
set into opposition or rivalry
play off
to break a tie by a play-off, to break (a tie) by a playoff, a final contest or series of contests to break a tie, a final contest, series of contests, or period of play to determine the winner between contestants or teams that have tied, to complete the playing of (an interrupted contest), a series of contests played after the end of the regular season to determine a championship, to set in opposition for one's own gain, to set in contrast
Synonyms & Antonyms of play off
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play off Sentence Examples
- The first round of the tennis tournament was a close play off, with the winner being decided by a tiebreaker.
- The two teams competed in a thrilling play off for the championship.
- The coach is preparing the team for the upcoming play off against their rivals.
- The play off was a success, and the winning team advanced to the next round.
- The play off was a letdown, as the favored team was upset by an underdog.
- The play off was close, but the more experienced team ultimately prevailed.
- The play off was postponed due to rain, and will be rescheduled for a later date.
- The play off was played in front of a packed stadium, and the atmosphere was electric.
- The play off was a physical battle, and both teams left the field exhausted.
- The play off was a fair and honest competition, and the better team won on the day.
FAQs About the word play off
set into opposition or rivalryto break a tie by a play-off, to break (a tie) by a playoff, a final contest or series of contests to break a tie, a final contest
derby,championship, semifinal, final, tug-of-war, field day, triathlon, national(s), battle, gymkhana
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The first round of the tennis tournament was a close play off, with the winner being decided by a tiebreaker.
The two teams competed in a thrilling play off for the championship.
The coach is preparing the team for the upcoming play off against their rivals.
The play off was a success, and the winning team advanced to the next round.
