Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Running Play.
Running Play - as a noun
(american football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team
Example: "The defensive line braced to stop the run"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
runrunningrunning gameHypernyms (Closely Related)
football playHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The running play resulted in a touchdown."
"The coach called a running play on fourth down."
"The quarterback executed a perfect running play."
"The running play was stopped behind the line of scrimmage."
"The running play gained significant yardage."