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squeeze play

The correct spelling is squeeze play.

How to pronounce squeeze play

noun

Say it like: Skw-eez-e p-laee

The correct spelling is squeeze play. The tactic of bunting the ball to help a runner at third base score. For example: "The squeeze play is on! Jones bunts, and Smith scores from third."

Usage Examples

The squeeze play is on! Jones bunts, and Smith scores from third.

Squeeze play is an important part of the endgame.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The tactic of bunting the ball to help a runner at third base score.
  2. 2.An instance of 'squeezing' someone: a use of pressure or force to achieve one's goal.
  3. 3.The tactic of running a suit to compel another player to waste potentially winning cards.
  4. 4.The tactic of reraising a raiser and a caller to compel one or both to fold, often as a bluff.

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