playmaking
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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In-form fly-half Jalibert was handed the key playmaking role in the absence of Dupont's long-time club teammate Romain Ntamack as Fabien Galthie's side started the defence of their title with a scintillating attacking display.
From Barron's ● Feb. 6, 2026
The Texans' defence is legit and can win them any game, but Drake Maye's mobility and playmaking is the perfect counter.
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2026
Perry was a playmaking force with his scoring and smart passes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 23, 2025
And Alabama is headed to a Southeastern Conference title game showdown against No. 3 Georgia and a likely spot in the 12-team playoff thanks in large part to Simpson’s playmaking, leadership and smarts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 2, 2025
In the Spring of 1884 he delivered an address on the art of playmaking before the Cercle Artistique et Littéraire of Brussels.
From How to Write a Play Letters from Augier, Banville, Dennery, Dumas, Gondinet, Labiche, Legouvé, Pailleron, Sardou, Zola by Matthews, Brander
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