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Rarebenched
The correct spelling is benched.
How to pronounce benched
verb
IPA: /bɛntʃt/
Say it like: Ben-che-d
The correct spelling is benched. To remove a player from play. For example: "They benched him for the rest of the game because they thought he was injured."
Usage Examples
“They benched him for the rest of the game because they thought he was injured.”
“I heard he can bench 150 pounds.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To remove a player from play.
- 2.To remove someone from a position of responsibility temporarily.
- 3.To push a person backward against a conspirator behind them who is on their hands and knees, causing them to fall over.
- 4.To furnish with benches.
- 5.To place on a bench or seat of honour.
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