third base
noun
the third in counterclockwise order of the bases from home plate.
third bases
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pluralof third base.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The Eagles had runners on second and third bases with one out and the count 3-and-1 when Wise went to the mound to have a talk with Hernandez.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 29, 2025
Seager’s error at third bases loaded the bases once more for the Angels and Pujols hit a high fly that eluded center fielder Mallex Smith in the sun and bounced over the wall.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 2, 2019
This can lead to fascinating roster decisions, like the ones the Marlins made at second and third bases this winter.
From New York Times ● Mar. 15, 2014
The rink sits between what would be first and third bases at the baseball stadium where the College World Series is played each June.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 8, 2013
The score was tied, with runners on second and third bases with two out, when “Eddie” Collins, the fast second baseman of the Athletics, and a dangerous hitter, came to the bat.
From Pitching in a Pinch or, Baseball from the Inside by Christy Mathewson
