double play
The term "double play" is most commonly associated with baseball but can also refer to achieving two outcomes with a single action in various contexts.
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Definition
B2Baseball
(technical)A defensive maneuver where two offensive players are put out in one continuous action.
Example
- The shortstop made a fantastic double play to end the inning.
- A well-executed double play can shift the momentum of a game.
B2General
(colloquial, informal)Achieving two results from one action.
Example
- By attending the conference, she managed a double play: networking with peers and gaining new insights.
- He pulled off a double play by cleaning the house and preparing dinner simultaneously.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "double play":
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