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verb

  1. sport

    1. to set up a defence

    2. to mark an opponent

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Example Sentences

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“Grapetastic Geyser. I think some of it geyser’d up my nose.”

From Literature

Webb, speaking on the Match Officials Mic'd Up show, said that while he accepted there would be a difference of opinion, there were valid reasons for the goal to be ruled out.

From BBC

Kershaw’s lighter side was on display Tuesday, as well, with the pitcher mic’d up with the Fox broadcast team for his brief outing.

From Los Angeles Times

Both are mic'd up so you can hear Rose asking for reassurance and guidance as Kenyon buzzes round the green, offering words of encouragement while simultaneously checking putter head alignment and confirming slope angles with a spirit level.

From BBC

“Negative wind stopped me from getting PRs, especially in the 200 because it’s longer. I like the state meet and I’ve PR’d up there the last two years so hopefully I can do it again.”

From Los Angeles Times