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"was played by" is a correct and commonly used phrase in written English
It is typically used to introduce the name of an actor or actress who portrayed a particular character in a movie, play, or TV show. Example: "The role of Hamlet was played by the acclaimed actor, Daniel Day-Lewis."
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The beta was played by 4.6m people.
Bauby was played by Mathieu Amalric.
Berniece was played by S. Epatha Merkerson on Broadway.
His son was played by an unknown, Brad Pitt.
Ms. Dietrich was played by a life-size puppet.
It was played by many emperors and ancient poets.
The Doctor was played by numerous actors over the years.
"It was played by the Roosevelts and the elite.
Mr. Compton's role was played by Neal McDonough.
The rest of her father was played by a belly.
Court music (nha nhac) was played by two orchestras.
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