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 ● May 15, 2023
He allowed two hits at the jump, giving up a leadoff double to Shin-Soo Choo in the first inning and another two-base hit to Nomar Mazara two batters later that allowed Choo to score.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2019
Herrera’s run-scoring two-base hit gave the Phillies a 6-5 lead.
From Reuters ● Sep. 28, 2017
Field followed with his two-base hit to right, driving in Rickard.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 16, 2012
It may be either a two-base hit, a three-base hit, or a home run, according as two or three or four bases have been made on the hit without an intervening error.
From Base-Ball How to Become a Player by Ward, John M.
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