Definition
To attempt to obtain something or to initiate a romantic relationship with someone, often through strategic efforts.
试图获得；（有时使用计划）追求某人。
She made a play for him by sending him gifts.
她通过送他礼物来向他示好。
The company is making a play for acquiring the startup.
这家公司正试图收购这家初创公司。
He decided to make a play for the girl he had a crush on for a long time.
他决定向暗恋已久的女孩展开追求。