Definition
to inflict pain or discomfort on someone
给某人带来痛苦
His illness really plays him up during the winter, making him feel even worse.
他的病在冬天真的让他很难受，让他感觉更糟。
When I skip breakfast, my stomach always plays me up later in the day.
当我跳过早餐时，我的胃总会在一天晚些时候让我难受。
The coach’s tough methods often play the players up, causing them significant mental stress.
教练的严厉方法常常让球员们感到心理压力很大。