penalty box
The term "penalty box" is used in various sports to describe a designated area where players serve time for infractions.
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Definition
B2Ice Hockey
(technical)An enclosed area where a player must sit for a set period after committing a penalty.
Example
- After a rough hit, the player was sent to the penalty box for two minutes.
B2Soccer
(technical)The rectangular area in front of the goal where the goalkeeper can handle the ball and fouls may result in a penalty kick.
Example
- The defender committed a foul inside the penalty box, leading to a penalty kick.
C1General
(figurative, idiomatic)A temporary punishment or setback in various situations.
Example
- After missing the deadline, he felt like he was in the penalty box at work.
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