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playmaking

American  
[play-mayk-ing] / ˈpleɪˌmeɪk ɪŋ /

noun

  1. Sports.  the action, role, or skill of a playmaker.


Example Sentences

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The guard continued to struggle with his three-point shot, missing seven of his first eight shots from beyond the arc Sunday, but again dazzled with his playmaking.

From Los Angeles Times

Inexperienced Tane Edmed took over the key playmaking role while Matt Faessler replaced Pollard, with 35-year-old playmaker James O'Connor released back to his club.

From Barron's

They have a fearsome defensive front that enhances the secondary’s playmaking abilities.

From Los Angeles Times

Then, after a wonderful piece of Prendergast playmaking, O'Brien's celebrations were cut short when his try was ruled out for a knock-on from James Lowe.

From BBC

Ollie Lawrence and Fraser Dingwall combined delightfully for the latter's try and Marcus Smith brought playmaking cunning and plenty of bravery when he replaced injured full-back Steward in the backfield.

From BBC