He is playing the same tape again about his old job.
play the same tape
idiomTo repeat exactly what one previously said or did.
Every time we discuss the budget, the manager plays the same tape about cutting costs.
Despite the changing circumstances of the negotiation, the representative continued to play the same tape, ignoring all new evidence presented by the opposition.
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child's play
Something particularly easy or simple.
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cut red tape
To reduce bureaucracy.
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go play in the traffic
To go elsewhere and feel free to engage in risky behavior; to get lost.
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grandstand play
A successful play or other manoeuvre during a sporting competition in which one or more players shows off unnecessarily in order to entertain or impress the spectators.
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hold-up play
A play where an attacker retains possession of the ball, while the teammates can move up the field.
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play a part
To be involved in such a way to affect the outcome, to be a contributing factor.
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play a role
To have an effect or influence on a situation or outcome; to contribute to something.
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play all one's cards
To use all one's resources.