tight end
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tight end
An Americanism dating back to 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, has signed on to play for a 14th season in the National Football League.
From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026
Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, has signed to play for a 14th season in the National Football League.
From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026
University of Southern California freshman tight end Mark Bowman looked like a million bucks at the Mater Dei High prom in Anaheim in May in a crisp blue suit, Gucci loafers and a Lamborghini Huracan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
The Jets are behind in their transition but pass rusher David Bailey, tight end Kenyon Sadiq and receiver Omar Cooper all add star talent as first-round picks.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
On the video Jerry Hix faked to the fullback, dropped back, and hit the tight end for a touchdown.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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