innings
Britishnoun
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(functioning as singular) cricket
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the batting turn of a player or team
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the runs scored during such a turn
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(sometimes singular) a period of opportunity or action
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(functioning as plural) land reclaimed from the sea
Example Sentences
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The nature of T20 cricket means bat dominates ball, although "skilful bowlers remain skilful bowlers," according to Conrad and batsmen need to clear boundaries rather than eke out long innings.
From Barron's
Ahmed made partial amends by again giving England's innings some late impetus with another cameo as he finished unbeaten on 28 off 26 balls.
From BBC
Since his recall, he has only scored 43 runs in three innings and taken one wicket with his off-spin.
From Barron's
Shadab Khan ignited the innings with a blistering 46 off just 19 balls, hammering five sixes and two fours as he added 57 from 28 deliveries with Azam.
From Barron's
An anonymous pitcher whose entire life changed with four innings is standing in a crowded Dodger Stadium bullpen in the middle of winter when he hears a voice from the stands.
From Los Angeles Times
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