six-yard line
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The Rams had rolled 84 yards in 14 plays and were facing fourth and four at the Seattle six-yard line.
From Los Angeles Times
Darnold's gripping slugfest with Stafford was effectively tilted in Seattle's favor when a late Rams drive to the Seahawks' six-yard line came away with nothing.
From Barron's
The Rams got the ball back early in the fourth quarter and drove to the Seahawks’ six-yard line.
From Los Angeles Times
The Seahawks threatened early in the fourth quarter, but Smith’s pass from the six-yard line landed in Kinchens’ hands, and Kinchens broke several tackles before sprinting to the end zone.
From Los Angeles Times
The Chargers advanced to the six-yard line and faced fourth-and-three.
From Los Angeles Times
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