end line
Americannoun
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a line at each end of a court or playing field at right angles to the sidelines that defines one of the lengthwise boundaries of the playing area.
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a line at each end of a football field parallel to and 10 yards (9 meters) behind the goal line.
Etymology
Origin of end line
An Americanism dating back to 1915–20
Example Sentences
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The Sounders reserves began warming up behind the southern end line, including midfielder Pedro de la Vega.
From Seattle Times • May 18, 2024
Bobo tapped both feet down near the end line for his first career TD — and Seattle’s final score in a 37-27 win.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 2023
Messi had a hand in Cremaschi’s goal, sending a pass that Alba kept from going over the end line before passing to Cremaschi.
From Washington Times • Aug. 6, 2023
After a Warriors made basket, Russell took the ball and stepped back beyond the end line.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2023
But the linesman ruled that the ball had not completely crossed the end line.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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