two-base hit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of two-base hit
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
Example Sentences
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Needing a two-base hit to become the first starting pitcher to hit for the cycle, Ohtani grounded into a forceout in the seventh and singled in the ninth.
From Washington Times
He led off the game with a double and scored on Franco’s two-base hit.
From Seattle Times
New York slugger Aaron Judge doubled leading off the fourth and scored on Stanton’s two-base hit.
From Seattle Times
Red Sox manager Alex Cora asked for a replay review, which upheld the two-base hit, putting runners at second and third.
From Seattle Times
Braun legged out a two-base hit in the eighth inning Tuesday night and felt some discomfort.
From Washington Times
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