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The phrase "are playing by a" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing rules, standards, or guidelines that are being followed in a particular context.
Example: "In this competition, all teams are playing by a strict set of rules to ensure fairness."
Alternatives: "are adhering to a" or "are following a".
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He explained that "on the one side I'm trying to play by the ivory-tower rules, and on the other side people are playing by a different set of rules".
They, and many others like them are playing by a new set of rules that use for-profit tech startup techniques and rely on a social media-like model.
There is only one problem the person holding the ball will be the Superpacs, wealthy individuals and corporations who are playing by a different set of rules.
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They are played by a spectacular cast.
The claves are played by a human performer.
If everyone is playing by an agreed-upon set of rules, that is.
The "friend" is played by a dummy.
Firstly, Kyle is being played by a real transgender actor.
The rest of her father was played by a belly.
Ms. Dietrich was played by a life-size puppet.
(Henry is played by a powerful Harriet Walter).
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com