long ball
The term "long ball" is used in various sports to describe plays involving long-distance actions, particularly in soccer, baseball, and basketball.
Definition
B2Soccer
(sports)A pass covering a significant distance, usually kicked over the heads of players to reach an attacker.
Example
- The team relied on the long ball strategy to quickly move the ball to their forwards.
B2Baseball
(sports)A hit that results in a home run, sending the ball out of the field.
Example
- The batter is known for his ability to hit the long ball.
B2Basketball
(sports)A shot made from beyond the three-point line.
Example
- He scored the winning points with a long ball just before the buzzer.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "long ball":
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