line call
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Andy Murray argues with umpire Mohamed Lahyani during his loss against Fabio Fognini in the Italian Open after a close line call goes against him.
From BBC ● May 11, 2023
Both teams roared as Muhammad contested a line call on match point, requiring DeMatha Coach Mark Dalzell and Gonzaga Coach Randy de Guzman to consult on whether his return was inside the line.
From Washington Post ● May 1, 2023
While you’re in line, call the airline or online travel agency through which you booked your flight, in case you can get help before reaching the gate agent.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 27, 2021
Early in 1981, when he was playing McEnroe at the Volvo Masters in New York, Borg blew up at the umpire over a line call.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 10, 2020
China's Zhang Shuai retired from her Hungarian Grand Prix match in tears on Tuesday after her local opponent Amarissa Toth erased a ball mark on the clay court following a disputed line call.
From Reuters
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