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Play Quotes

Playing a part, a game, or a song - in their own words.

This set covers 'play' in its many senses: an athlete separating their job from a coach's, an actor naming a dream role, and a musician recalling an anxiety dream about forgetting lyrics onstage. Fans of team dynamics and competition can also check out Game quotes.

It's a tough league and it's hard to play every game.

Quotes by Andrew Wiggins

When we play a team I know we're going to blow out or anything like that, I'm not as motivated.

Quotes by Andrew Wiggins

I've never been on the court not wanting to play.

Quotes by Andrew Wiggins

I try not to bring my phone to the gym - it's too tempting to play with it.

Quotes by Andrew Yang

I've been lucky enough to play many different roles from darker characters to family orientated shows to comedy.

Quotes by Andrew-Lee Potts

Conducting is about communication. You don't play any notes, but you communicate with the musicians.

Quotes by Andris Nelsons

To play opera, to play Wagner, it's a great joy.

Quotes by Andris Nelsons

When I was younger, I wanted very much to play football.

Quotes by Andris Nelsons

That's why it's hardest to win a Premier League instead of a Champions League - because it's over 38 games. You can't play well in every game, but it's about grinding out results.

Quotes by Andrew Robertson

I support the need for Canada to play a significant role in reducing global emissions.

Quotes by Andrew Scheer

There is a board game called Settlers of Catan. That is what I play. I am so embarrassed.

Quotes by Andrew Luck

I like to play football, read some books, study.

Quotes by Andrew Luck

Most problems in poor countries are locally generated even though international factors do play a role.

Quotes by Andrew Mwenda

Actors have either got to play something that's close to them, or something that's the complete opposite.

Quotes by Andrew Dominik

A lot of kids don't get the chance to play sport.

Quotes by Andrew Flintoff

I don't play for money. I'm not sure I even can play just for money. Money is great; I can't lie about that.

Quotes by Andrew Flintoff

I thought my dream job was to play cricket.

Quotes by Andrew Flintoff

I've had three wives and three guitars. I still play the guitars.

Quotes by Andres Segovia

I grew up watching Pedroia play.

Quotes by Andrew Benintendi

The more games I play, the more I feel comfortable.

Quotes by Andrew Benintendi

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes say about playing sports?
One quote captures a simple, no-nonsense attitude toward the game: "Coaches coach, and players play." It's about trusting your role and doing your job on the field. For more sports-minded lines, see our Football page.
Is there a quote about acting ambitions?
Yes - one quote describes a common goal for performers: "I think that's every actor's dream, actually: to play lead parts."
Does the collection include any funny performance-anxiety quotes?
There's a memorable one about stage-fright dreams: "I had a dream I was onstage naked and I forgot how to play the songs" - a relatable nightmare for any performer. Browse more in our Game section.
What does the collection say about choosing roles?
One quote is refreshingly honest: "I do like to play the darker characters; I don't really know why." For more short, straightforward lines, see our Just page.
Are any of these quotes about sticking to your role?
Yes - the idea of staying in your lane comes through clearly: "Coaches coach, and players play." It's a good reminder to focus on what you do best. Explore more in our Always collection.

Several entries lean toward performance and character work rather than sport, showing how differently the word applies across professions. Related browsing includes Football quotes for the sports side and Just quotes for shorter, plainspoken lines.