play on

language: en

definitions

  1. to continue using or exploiting something, especially a theme or idea
    en: to continue using or exploiting something, especially a theme or idea
  2. to continue playing a game or sport
    en: to continue playing a game or sport

examples

  1. The comedian played on the audience's fears.

    The comedian played on the audience's fears.

  2. They decided to play on despite the rain.

    They decided to play on despite the rain.