line drive
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of line drive
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Then Xander Bogaerts’ sharp line drive found leather.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026
In the seventh, he pumped a heater to the top rail against Miguel Vargas, who stayed on top of the pitch to send a line drive to left field — and right to Call.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 13, 2026
He had a diving catch at first base on a line drive from Tronstein in the seventh.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
A pitcher caught a line drive — or rather, the ball caught him — with his jersey.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026
I am sorry I hurt you with my line drive.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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