(poetic) People who play baseball, particularly in the major leagues.

(UK, slang) Temporarily away from work, usually due to sickness, supported by sickness benefit.

plural of gap of danger

(usually with the definite article) a breach, place which is hard to defend; a danger, requiring bravery

Alternative form of play the hand one is dealt

Alternative form of play the hand one is dealt

Alternative form of play the hand one is dealt

(idiomatic) To use the resources which one actually has available; to operate realistically, within the limits of one's circumstances.

(Australia) a particular type of crab pot with netting supported by two curved structures on top.

(historical, UK, Ireland) Wearing a blanket instead of prison clothes (as a protest by political prisoners who wanted to distinguish themselves from criminals).