ground game
The term "ground game" varies widely across contexts, including sports, martial arts, and political campaigns.
Definition
B2American Football
(sports)The strategy and execution of advancing the ball primarily through running plays rather than passing.
Example
- The team's strong ground game helped them control the clock and dominate the match.
C1Martial Arts
(sports, technical)Techniques and strategies used when fighters are on the ground, including grappling and submissions.
Example
- His ground game is exceptional, making him a formidable opponent in mixed martial arts.
C1US Politics
(politics)Organized efforts to mobilize voters through activities like door-to-door canvassing and phone banking.
Example
- The campaign's ground game was crucial in securing voter turnout.
C2British Law
(legal)Refers to rabbits and hares, as defined in the Ground Game Act of 1880.
Example
- The farmer had the right to hunt ground game on his property.
C1Golf
(sports)Putting or hitting the ball along the ground.
Example
- His strong ground game on the green made him a tough competitor.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ground game":
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