he played football

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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
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1. (American football)
Regionalism used in the United States
(United States)
a. jugó fútbol americano
He played football when he was in college.Jugó fútbol americano cuando estaba en la universidad.
b. jugó al fútbol americano
He played football with his cousins on Thanksgiving Day.Jugó al fútbol americano con sus primos el Día de Acción de Gracias.
2. (soccer)
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
(United Kingdom)
a. jugó fútbol
He played football for years.Jugó fútbol durante años.
b. jugó al fútbol
After school, he played football with his friends.Después de las clases, jugó al fútbol con sus amigos.
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