base on balls
Americannoun
plural
bases on ballsEtymology
Origin of base on balls
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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The first time was intentional, his major league-leading 16th intentional base on balls this season.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2023
Suarez’s base on balls was one of seven on the day for the Mariners, which was taking advantage of a shaky Framber Valdez on the mound.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 13, 2022
Before Tuesday’s start, Adon had walked 23 batters in 32 innings across seven starts and was coming off back-to-back outings with five base on balls allowed.
From Washington Times • May 18, 2022
Herrera flips when he gets a hit, when he takes a base on balls, and when he grounds out to second base.
From Slate • May 12, 2017
He let Murphy pitch, and at last, after fouling several good ones, he earned his base on balls.
From The Young Pitcher by Grey, Zane
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