fair play

noun

: equitable or impartial treatment : justice

Examples of fair play in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Keep an open mind and do your best to strive for equality and fair play. Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024 Plus, polka dots have always been fair play in the fashion world: The distinguishable print has been worn by Reese Witherspoon, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Katy Perry, as well as Jennifer Garner, who wore a polka-dot midi skirt to the Eras Tour last summer. Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fair play 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1500, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fair play was circa 1500

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“Fair play.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fair%20play. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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