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the state of play

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the state of play

(spoken)

the present situation With the state of play on the battlefield the way it is, the rebels will not give up but will keep attacking.

See also: of, play, state

the state of play

  (British & Australian)

the present situation (often + in ) The article provides a useful summary of the current state of play in the negotiations.

See also: of, play, state