triple play

American  

noun

Baseball.

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

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triple play British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of triple play

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

Example Sentences

In my first game, I turned an unassisted triple play.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From Los Angeles Times