line drive
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of line drive
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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In the second inning, Max Muncy hit a line drive into the corner, and Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. dove after it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026
Meanwhile, Max Muncy drove in the Dodgers’ only run in the first with a line drive to left field.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2026
A pitcher caught a line drive — or rather, the ball caught him — with his jersey.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026
George Springer's sharp line drive reduced the deficit, but Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto kept the hosts in check, giving up just that one run in six innings pitched.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2025
Alex turned to see Rex racing across the grass, chasing down a line drive tennis ball.
From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers
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