play-the-ball
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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"I'd noticed that Mullins had got caught up in a little tussle with Alan Hunte at the play-the-ball," Davies recalls.
From BBC • Oct. 20, 2025
Kevin Naiqama went over for a consolation try but when Connor had another unnecessary pop at Thewlis at the play-the-ball, he was sin-binned.
From BBC • May 19, 2024
"I ran close to a play-the-ball and took the pass," Storey wrote.
From The Guardian • Dec. 1, 2010
And they got it when visiting full-back Roberts was sent to the sin bin for delaying a play-the-ball.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2010
He appeared heavily dazed following a routine drive from dummy half, and after stumbling over at the play-the-ball, was quickly withdrawn by the Crusaders medical staff, receiving warm applause on his departure.
From The Guardian • Mar. 19, 2010
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