as in to expand
to use or develop (something) to get something else that has greater value
He hoped to parlay his basketball skills into a college scholarship.
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Recent Examples of parlay
The Bills parlayed that success into another division title and the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoffs.
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Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
Beloved baseball broadcaster and actor Bob Uecker, who parlayed an unremarkable playing career into a decadeslong stint behind the mic and in front of the camera, died Thursday, officials said.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
Wes was originally a cast member of The Real World: Austin and parlayed that appearance into way too many Challenge seasons to mention, winning The Duel, Rivals II, and All-Stars 3.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Jan. 2025
The renovation team later parlayed that success into their own Magnolia Network channel and brand.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
Beloved baseball broadcaster and actor Bob Uecker, who parlayed an unremarkable playing career into a decadeslong stint behind the mic and in front of the camera, died Thursday, officials said.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
Wes was originally a cast member of The Real World: Austin and parlayed that appearance into way too many Challenge seasons to mention, winning The Duel, Rivals II, and All-Stars 3.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Jan. 2025
The renovation team later parlayed that success into their own Magnolia Network channel and brand.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parlay
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Since then, the company has expanded to more than 20 locations across California, including a wholesale site.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
20 Feb. 2025
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She’s since expanded into other jewelry and accessories categories and launched lifestyle items like laptop cases, luggage tags and keychains.—
Layla Ilchi,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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Frankenheimer’s ability to use the space around his characters extends to another strength of the film, which is its deft use of Northern Michigan locations.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
25 Feb. 2025
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NBCUniversal is extending its partnership with Macy’s via a 10-year programming rights deal.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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If an earlier breakthrough occurs: Should a major quantum attack capability emerge earlier than expected, the bitcoin community can accelerate the above timeline.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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On the surface, this shift has the potential to accelerate China’s ascent as a global power, potentially granting the world’s second-largest economy space to win more allies, boost its global leadership and shift global norms and rules – such as those on human rights or security – in its favor.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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By creating spaces that engage multiple senses and encourage participation, businesses can inspire deeper connections, boost brand loyalty, and unlock new revenue streams.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Even before jumping into the race, Cuomo collected an endorsement from Rep. Ritchie Torres, who is eyeing a run for governor next year, and several of his associates have launched super PACs that plan to spend millions of dollars on boosting his candidacy with ads and other outreach efforts.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
1 Mar. 2025
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Easy solution: increase the toll to keep more cars out of Midtown.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Though Congress began its new session just a little over a month ago, its approval rating has increased among Americans, according to new data from Gallup.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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This still requires you to have enough time to develop them.—
George Bradt,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Lululemon Lululemon is known for developing high-quality technical fabrics that not only last, but are also beyond comfortable to wear.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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Retail: In China, robots are augmenting hotels and retail, disrupting customer and in-store digital experiences and enabling shopping on the go, increasing footfall and customer satisfaction.—
Sudhanshu Duggal,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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But the rebellious grit, augmented by the game’s mature themes, does more than amplify an energetic liberalism during this 1995 period of revelation.—
Harold Goldberg,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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The waistband is made from an elastic that stretches to move with you.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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But first and foremost, Fonda is a longtime political activist, stretching from her work speaking out against the Vietnam War to her fight for women's rights, civil rights, and climate change awareness.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Parlay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parlay. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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