Power play

**Power play**
A “Power play” refers to a strategic move or period of advantage where one side leverages its dominance to gain control, influence, or achieve a key objective. This term is commonly used in sports, business, and politics to describe moments of intensified effort and tactical superiority. In sports like hockey or lacrosse, a power play occurs when a team has a numerical advantage due to an opponent’s penalty, creating an opportunity to score. In broader contexts, it signifies any assertive action designed to shift the balance of power in favor of the initiating party.