PLAYED (AROUND) Synonyms: 16 Similar Words

played (around)

verb

past tense of play (around)

as in catted (around)

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Not too long ago, artificial intelligence was more or less a science project in which data scientists and developers fooled around with one-off small or test projects.

— Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

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Plenty of celebrities like Chappell Roan, Paloma Elsesser and Katie Holmes have recently stepped out in looks that showcase fresh and unexpected ways of styling shoes for fall, from layering your heels to tucking your jeans into boots.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
The couple stepped out together at the BFI London Film Festival premiere of Cole’s latest film, In the Shadows, with Pugh taking a break from promoting East of Eden to support her boyfriend.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026

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played (around)

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