misplay Synonyms
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misplay Meaning
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misplay (n)
(baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed
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misplay (v)
play incorrectly, e.g., play a wrong note
play wrong or in an unskillful manner
misplay Sentence Examples
- The quarterback's misplay resulted in an interception that ended the drive.
- The defender's misplay allowed the receiver to gain a significant yardage advantage.
- The pitcher's misplay of a ground ball led to several unearned runs.
- The tennis player's misplay of a lob gifted his opponent an easy point.
- The chess player's misplay cost him a crucial advantage and ultimately the game.
- The surgery was a success, but a misplay during the follow-up appointment resulted in complications.
- The musician's misplay on a key note ruined the performance.
- The actor's misplay of a line drew audible laughter from the audience.
- The dancer's misplay during a complex routine led to an embarrassing fall.
- The company's financial misplay resulted in significant losses and a damaged reputation.
FAQs About the word misplay
(baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed, play incorrectly, e.g., play a wrong note, play wrong or in an u
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The quarterback's misplay resulted in an interception that ended the drive.
The defender's misplay allowed the receiver to gain a significant yardage advantage.
The pitcher's misplay of a ground ball led to several unearned runs.
The tennis player's misplay of a lob gifted his opponent an easy point.
