He played video games with his friends.

Meaning: This means that someone took part in a game that is played on a computer or console with people they know and like.

Choice of Words: Played means to take part in a game. Video games are games that are played on a computer or console. Friends are people you know and like.

Alternative Expressions

The boy was gaming with his pals.

Meaning: This sentence means the same as the first sentence, but it uses different words.

Choice of Words: The word "gaming" is a noun that means playing video games. "Pals" is a slang word for friends.

He was engaged in a virtual reality experience with his acquaintances.

Meaning: This sentence means the same as the first sentence, but it uses more formal language.

Choice of Words: The word "engaged" means to be involved in something. "Virtual reality" is a technology that creates a simulated environment that can be explored and interacted with. "Experience" is a noun that means an event or occurrence. "Acquaintances" are people that you know but are not close friends with.

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