Meaning of play in Peoria | Babel Free

Definitions

To receive widespread acceptance among members of the general American public.

US, idiomatic

Examples

“We must constantly ask ourselves whether our analysis will play in Peoria.”

“Mr. Baker persuaded his boss that this pocketbook explanation of war aims, despite its negative reception with opinion leaders, would play in Peoria.”

“Will black-lace-trimmed purple panties play in Peoria? Why not? Cool is the common denominator of teens everywhere.”

“Cruz was not speaking of Jews. . . . He was talking about liberals and liberalism of the kind that never, ever plays in Peoria.”

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