gopher ball
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gopher ball
First recorded in 1945–55
Example Sentences
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But still passing muster, for now: ducks on the pond, dying quail, gopher ball and dog days of summer.
From Seattle Times
If a gopher ball is in his future, he accepts the risk.
From Washington Post
The 27-year-old right-hander gave up just three hits over seven innings while striking out four but a late-game gopher ball gave the Orioles a series win over the Mariners.
From Seattle Times
Scherzer’s high gopher ball total is entirely attributable to him giving 'em up.
From Washington Post
I, instead, cited Kenley Jansen’s gopher ball to Gonzalez in the ninth inning of that game.
From Los Angeles Times
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