triple play

noun

Baseball.

1. a play in which three put-outs are made.

triple play

noun

1. the supply to a customer by one provider of telephone, internet, and television services

Word History and Origins

Origin of triple play¹

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

Example Sentences

“The amount of cheering in the arena, that was unbelievable, that was my favorite part,” said Doncic, completing the triple play.

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And while Dodgers decision-makers didn’t necessarily subscribe to the theory, they were admittedly unsure if the dynamic would impede their trans-Pacific triple play.

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Memorable moment: Cleveland second baseman Bill Wambsganss turns an unassisted triple play in Game 5.

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He also blossomed as the emotional leader of San Diego’s clubhouse, culminating with his role in the game-ending triple play against the Dodgers last month to punch the Padres’ postseason ticket.

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Roberts is now supposed to manage as if trying to stay out of a triple play?

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