overruff
Americanverb (used with or without object)
noun
Etymology
Origin of overruff
Example Sentences
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However, East is presumably also short in spades and might be able to overruff the dummy if allowed to keep his trumps.
From New York Times ● Mar. 26, 2014
South took the last two tricks with his remaining trump and the club jack, but the defenders had taken two spades, one heart, one diamond, two clubs and the spade overruff for down two.
From New York Times ● Mar. 26, 2014
Since West could overruff declarer’s club four with his nine, South could take only his three top trumps and conceded down two.
From New York Times ● Mar. 25, 2012
Declarer wanted to establish his heart suit but was worried that if East was short in hearts, he might overruff the dummy and return a trump.
From New York Times ● May 1, 2011
Now West had to overruff and lead a diamond, forcing dummy to ruff.
From New York Times ● Apr. 10, 2011
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