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as in instrumentalist
a person who plays a musical instrument
a horn player
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as in actor
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show)
a troupe of players used to give performances on the town green
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as in participant
one who takes part in something
a significant player in the negotiations
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Recent Examples of player
For an additional $1, players can add the Megaplier to potentially increase their winnings outside of the jackpot.
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Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 20 Nov. 2024
The 6-foot Deal was The Register’s player of the year in 2023.
—Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
Comer, 52, currently serves as chair of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability and has been a key player into investigations into President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, and other members of the president's family.
—Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
Perhaps nothing better illustrated the Bruins’ offseason makeover than the mainstay from a year ago being relegated to a bit player as part of this new ensemble cast.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 20 Nov. 2024
The 6-foot Deal was The Register’s player of the year in 2023.
—Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
Comer, 52, currently serves as chair of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability and has been a key player into investigations into President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, and other members of the president's family.
—Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
Perhaps nothing better illustrated the Bruins’ offseason makeover than the mainstay from a year ago being relegated to a bit player as part of this new ensemble cast.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for player
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He was joined by his group, Timur and the Dime Museum (keyboard, guitars and drums, with the instrumentalists also supplying additional vocals), and the fine Isaura String Quartet.Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024
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Kaidi Tatham is an excellent keyboardist and instrumentalist.Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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In the backdrop to her work, the actress had a reputation as a free spirit, who raised her only son Luca Magnani on her own, having split from his actor father prior to his birth in 1942.Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 Nov. 2024
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The 28-person ensemble also includes actors Jim Parsons, Zoey Deutch, Ephraim Sykes and Richard Thomas.Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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Space is limited and participants must register their interest in the program at the library.Barbara D. Hathaway, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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On Tuesday, a festival panel whose participants included Cate Blanchett, this year’s main competition jury president, and cinematographer Mandy Walker discussed diversity and inclusion.Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
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The unique, collaborative performance with the Austin Symphony Orchestra and talented musicians with the Lake Travis High School will take place on Sunday, March 3, at 4 p.m. at the Lake Travis Performing Arts Center.Tom Kilgore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Cher is not a musician most people associate with Christmas.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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More than 700 artists were nominated across 58 categories this year, according to Manuel Abud, CEO of the Latin Recording Academy.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Speaking with SiriusXM, Gramm lamented that Foreigner’s request to have its original members perform a medley of greatest hits was ignored — instead, younger artists Kelly Clarkson and Demi Lovato, as well as friend of the group Sammy Hagar, were chosen to perform on their behalf.Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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The actress known for playing Marvel archer Kate Bishop in Hawkeye and The Marvels is engaged to be married to NFL star quarterback Josh Allen.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Rumer, Scout and Tallulah Willis are the 69-year-old star’s adult daughters with his former wife, actress Demi Moore.Lisa Respers France, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Player.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/player. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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