play with
US /pleɪ wɪθ/
UK /pleɪ wɪθ/
1.
to handle, move, or manipulate something, especially in a light or careless way
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Don't play with your food.
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He likes to play with his hair when he's nervous.
2.
to consider an idea or possibility without committing to it seriously
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They're just playing with the idea of moving to a new city.
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Don't play with my emotions.