to attempt to attract the romantic interest of someone. (Informal.) • Ann made a play for Bill, but he wasn't interested in her. • I knew he liked me, but I never thought he'd make a play.
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v. phr., slang To try to get the interest or liking of; flirt with; attract. Bob made a play for the pretty new girl.John made a play for the other boys' votes for class president.
make a comedy (for someone)
to attack to allure the adventurous absorption of someone. Ann fabricated a comedy for Bill, but he wasn't absorbed in her.I knew he admired me, but I never anticipation he'd accomplish a play.Learn more: make, playLearn more:
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