noun (n)

• an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power(noun.act)

  Example:
  She laughed at this sexual power play and walked away.
  

  Synonym:
  squeeze, squeeze play
  

  source: wordnet30
• a play in which there is a concentration of players in one location on the field of play(noun.act)

  Example:
  They used a power play to return the kickoff.
  

  source: wordnet30
• (ice hockey) a play in which one team has a numerical advantage over the other as a result of penalties(noun.act)

  Example:
  The team was unable to capitalize on the power play.
  

  source: wordnet30