caught stealing
In baseball, 'caught stealing' is a key defensive play where a runner is thrown out while attempting to steal a base. The abbreviation 'CS' is used in statistics.
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Definition
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(technical, sports)A baserunner is tagged out while trying to advance to the next base without a hit.
Example
- The catcher threw to second base, and the runner was caught stealing.
- His quick reflexes led to a caught stealing that ended the inning.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "caught stealing":