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An event involving a number of sporting contests
“Let the games begin!”
Competitive activities such as sports and games requiring stamina, fitness, and skill
A state or period of rest, relaxation or enjoyment
Activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve health and fitness
Things done for pleasure or entertainment
“My favorite childhood game was playing cops and robbers.”
Plural for a form of competitive activity or sport played according to rules
“The two sides will meet in a friendly game at the local sports center.”
Plural for a secret and clever plan or trick
“What if they call your bluff on this game that you're playing with them?”
Plural for a practical joke
“What a wicked game you played to make me feel this way.”
Plural for a line of work or business
“I've been in this game for years. I know what I'm talking about.”
Plural for the flesh of wild mammals or birds, used as food
“I get my fish from the market at North Shields or up at Amble, and my meat and game locally.”
Relating to athletes or athletics
To manipulate (a situation), typically in a way that is unfair or unscrupulous
“My son has somehow discovered a way to game the app such that he has an indefinite free trial period.”
To play gambling games
“I would game at the tables in the casino for a few short minutes.”
To play video games
“I would just sit at home and game all day during the summer.”
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