free throw

American  

noun

Basketball.

1. foul shot.

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free throw British  

noun

1. basketball an unimpeded shot at the basket from the free-throw line given for a technical fault (one free shot) or a foul (two free shots)

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Etymology

Origin of free throw

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

Maxi Adams made two clutch free throws in the final seconds for Sierra Canyon.

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Then James scored on a three-point play and made one of two free throws for a 104-99 lead with 3 minutes 49 seconds left.

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Doncic made 17 of 20 free throws in scoring 34 points with eight assists and six rebounds, and James had 31 points, nine rebounds and six assists.

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Doncic had 24 points in the first half, making eight of 10 free throws.

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Brooks took advantage, sitting in a courtside seat on the baseline as Thiero stepped to the free throw line with 1:16 remaining.

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