mind game

mind game
noun
1. any game designed to exercise the intellect
Hypernyms: ↑game
2. deliberate actions of calculated psychological manipulation intended to intimidate or confuse (usually for competitive advantage)
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football players try to play mind games with the opposition

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the jeweler's mind game is to convince lovers that the size of a gemstone reflects the depth of their feelings

Hypernyms: ↑manipulation, ↑use

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n. a series of deliberate actions or responses planned for psychological effect on another, typically for amusement or competitive advantage

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ˈmind game 7 [mind game] noun
something that you do or say in order to make sb feel less confident, especially to gain an advantage for yourself

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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