beat the bat
The phrase "beat the bat" is used in both cricket and baseball to describe a scenario where the ball narrowly misses the bat, often due to skillful delivery by the bowler or pitcher.
Definition
C2Baseball
(informal)When a pitcher throws a pitch that deceives the batter, causing them to miss or mishit the ball.
Example
- The pitcher used a clever curveball to beat the bat, resulting in a strikeout.
C2Cricket
(informal)When a bowler delivers a ball that narrowly avoids being hit by the bat, showcasing a well-executed delivery.
Example
- The bowler consistently beat the bat, keeping the batsman on edge.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "beat the bat":
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