Dictionary

1. (

• power_play ,
• squeeze_play ,
• squeeze ,

) an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power; "she laughed at this sexual power play and walked away" ;

2. (

• power_play ,

) a play in which there is a concentration of players in one location on the field of play; "they used a power play to return the kickoff" ;

3. (

• power_play ,

) (ice hockey) a play in which one team has a numerical advantage over the other as a result of penalties; "the team was unable to capitalize on the power play" ;