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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.

I used to play with all the older guys. I never played with, really, my age group when I was younger.

Quotes by Lamar Jackson

I still play ball competitively because it helps keep me stay in shape.

Quotes by Lamman Rucker

It has always been a dream of mine to put a play on film.

Quotes by Laila Robins

Often I play, especially on television, a lot of smart lawyer people and cerebral types.

Quotes by Laila Robins

The first play I wrote was called 'Twenty-five.' It was played by our company in Dublin and London, and was adapted and translated into Irish and played in America.

Quotes by Lady Gregory

I just want to be one of the greatest players to play. That's my mind set. That's how I approach the game.

Quotes by Kyle Kuzma

I've got the same mentality every time I step on the floor - play my hardest and just be locked in.

Quotes by Kyle Kuzma

I just try to play the right way.

Quotes by Kyle Kuzma

I don't want to be a guy that's just out there to be out there; I want to play and contribute.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

Personally, I take it really seriously and it bothers me when I don't play well.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

I want to be that consistent all year. I want to play the same way all 82 games. I want to be consistent every night.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

Game 7 is what you play for. It's what you work for.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

I do play with a chip on my shoulder. That's who I am. That's how Philadelphia basketball players are raised.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

In the World Cup, I was happy to play anywhere.

Quotes by Kyle Walker

I used to play central defence for Sheffield United. I had Chris Morgan at the side of me, which helped me a lot because, if I did anything wrong, I'd be sure to find out about it.

Quotes by Kyle Walker

We try not to let pressure get into our heads and play the way we usually do.

Quotes by Kylian Mbappe

What I want is to play, so you go to a club where you can do that.

Quotes by Kylian Mbappe

I normally play very serious characters.

Quotes by Kylie Bunbury

When I am back home, I have an upright piano and I play constantly.

Quotes by Kygo

Every actor wants to be everybody - play all the roles.

Quotes by Kyle Chandler

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.