He wanted to play outside.

Meaning: This sentence explains what the boy wanted to do instead of being in school. He wished to engage in an activity for enjoyment or recreation in an open area.

Choice of Words: He wanted means to have a desire or wish for something. To is used to indicate the purpose of an action or event. Play means to engage in an activity for enjoyment or recreation. Outside means not inside a building or enclosed area.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• He wanted to play outside, but it was raining.
• He wanted to play, so he took out his favorite toy.
• Cat wanted to play with friends.
• Play outside.
• We play outside.
• They play outside.
• Let's play outside.
• Play outside quietly.
• I play outside with my friends.
• Children play outside happily.