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play well with others

idiom
Meaning

To habitually demonstrate interpersonal skills by engaging agreeably in social or work activities.


Origin

disputed origin

From primary education report cards.

Examples
SIMPLE

He is a great teammate because he plays well with others.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager hired her because she has the technical skills and plays well with others in a group setting.

COMPLEX

In a modern corporate environment, success often depends less on individual brilliance and more on one's ability to play well with others during high-pressure projects.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    all very well

    All right to a certain extent, but problematic beyond that, or for other people.

  2. 02

    as well

    In addition; also.

  3. 03

    child's play

    Something particularly easy or simple.

  4. 04

    do well by doing good

    To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.

  5. 05

    do well for oneself

    To thrive or succeed.

  6. 06

    fare thee well

    The greatest extent; completion; a state of refinement or perfection.

  7. 07

    get well

    To recover from an illness or injury.

  8. 08

    go play in the traffic

    To go elsewhere and feel free to engage in risky behavior; to get lost.

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