Sentence examples for was not in play from inspiring English sources

The away goals rule was not in play, so the tie was perfectly poised before the second leg.

But he was involved in the most comical moment of the game, which occurred while the ball was not in play.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 30 - Four years ago, Ohio was not in play in the presidential sweepstakes, seeming so solidly Republican that Vice President Al Gore's campaign pulled up stakes weeks before Election Day.

That doesn't meant money was not in play.

But McDonnell maintained that politics was not in play with regard to this specific issue.

So, yes, denial was not in play, but our defenses were alive and healthy.

After all, South Dakota is not "in play".

EXTRA POINTS The Jaguars waived defensive tackle LARRY SMITH, a fifth-year pro, saying he was not in playing shape.

"I couldn't believe he called a penalty when the ball wasn't in play.

The House of Representatives wasn't in play in 2016, but that shouldn't be news to you.

After hitting a shot well outside the gallery ropes, Appleby thought he was in a bunker that wasn't in play.