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FORCE PLAY

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Force Play.

Force Play - as a noun

A putout of a base runner who is required to run; the putout is accomplished by holding the ball while touching the base to which the runner must advance before the runner reaches that base

Example: "The shortstop got the runner at second on a force"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forceforce-out

Example Sentences

"The runner was safe at first base because the shortstop's throw was high and he beat the force play."
"The force play at second base resulted in an out as the fielder touched the bag before the runner arrived."
"With two outs and the bases loaded, the force play at any base would end the inning."
"The third baseman made a great diving catch and quickly got up to make the force play at first."
"The umpire signaled the force play by raising his right arm straight up in the air."
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