power play

an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power; "she laughed at this sexual power play and walked away"

a play in which there is a concentration of players in one location on the field of play; "they used a power play to return the kickoff"

(ice hockey) a play in which one team has a numerical advantage over the other as a result of penalties; "the team was unable to capitalize on the power play"