interplay

noun

in·​ter·​play ˈin-tər-ˌplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
: interaction
the interplay of opposing forces
interplay intransitive verb

Examples of interplay in a Sentence

the interplay between the old and the new enjoys the interplay of three very different flavors
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While the potential benefits of personalized AI interaction are undeniable, the reality reveals a complex interplay of creativity, cruelty and a search for connection. Shrikant Nagori, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025 The interplay of these factors has created perfect conditions for an explosion in consumer health care purchases; many want to feel better, can afford it and are now informed about how to achieve it. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025 What matters is the strategic interplay of the great powers. Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2025 Somehow, given enough time, the duo can turn an ancient technique like pate de verre into an opportunity to explore the neverending interplay between the mind and the world it is embedded in. Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for interplay

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interplay was in 1862

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“Interplay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interplay. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

interplay

noun
in·​ter·​play ˈint-ər-ˌplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
: mutual action or influence : interaction
interplay
ˌint-ər-ˈplā How to pronounce interplay (audio)
ˈint-ər-ˌplā
verb

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