ball hawk
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Baseball. an outfielder with outstanding defensive skills, especially at fielding fly balls.
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Sports. a defensive player, as in basketball or football, who excels in gaining possession of the ball.
Example Sentences
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Fulton, added in the offseason, has been a standout in coverage and has shown himself to be a ball hawk.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2024
And he agreed with Payton’s assessment of him as a ball hawk.
From Washington Times • Nov. 23, 2023
The definition of a ball hawk, the Honey Badger turned games in the Tigers' favor with an uncanny ability to make big plays when they were needed most.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 10, 2012
That sleek, smart, ball hawk of a safety — how did he ever slip to the sixth round of the draft?
From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2010
As for his ability as a pass-intercepting ball hawk, says St. John's Coach Lou Carnesecca, "If you open your mouth, Murphy will steal your teeth."
From Time Magazine Archive
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