play off

Phrasal Verb

To use the advantages of two different situations in order to achieve something.

ریشه

Derived from the verb 'play' and preposition 'off', used in sports context originally.

مثال

• He played off his two rivals against each other.
• The teams will play off for the championship title.
• She played off her parents to get what she wanted.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Play off against Play off for