instant replay
Americannoun
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British, action replay. Television.
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the recording and immediate rebroadcasting of a segment of a live television broadcast, especially of a sports event.
an instant replay of the touchdown pass.
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a segment recorded and immediately rebroadcast.
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Informal. the repetition, review, or reenactment of something immediately or soon after its initial occurrence.
noun
Etymology
Origin of instant replay
An Americanism dating back to 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Fans around the globe, regardless of rooting interest, have come together to decry a common enemy: soccer’s instant replay.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
In the second half, Mostafa Zico made it 2-0 to Egypt, moments after the Pharaohs had a goal disallowed by instant replay for a foul that occurred at the other end of the pitch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
And instant replay is used so often in professional and college sports, the experiences are teaching teenagers how to get away with it in similar situations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 21, 2024
The official pulled out a tablet to watch an instant replay of the incident.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2023
The debate persists today, even as instant replay becomes increasingly normalized.
From Washington Times ● May 18, 2023
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