leg hit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of leg hit
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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It appeared that Gregorius’ leg hit Schwarber in the face.
From Seattle Times ● May 4, 2022
Reserve guard Scott Wedman, who later suffered a hairline fracture in his left leg, hit a corner jumper with 14 seconds left to boost the Celtics into a 124-121 victory, tying the series.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 17, 2022
It appeared Ovechkin’s left leg hit Konecny awkwardly, and the 36-year-old had a pronounced limp as he left the ice.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 9, 2021
Washington, again without starting shooting guard Bradley Beal as he recovers from a stress reaction in his right leg, hit its first four shots of the game.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 24, 2015
A hundred and fifty went up on the board off a square leg hit for two, which completed Pringle's half-century, and then Marriott faced the slow bowler, who had been put on again after lunch.
From A Prefect's Uncle by Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville)
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