two-base hit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of two-base hit
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
Example Sentences
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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
Greg Garcia hit leadoff doubles in the first and third, while Yadier Molina belted a two-base hit to start the second.
From Washington Times • Apr. 22, 2017
Coghlan led off the night with his team-leading sixth double but the Marlins didn't have another two-base hit, ending their streak of at least two doubles in 10 straight games.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2011
He tried to stretch it into a two-base hit, and the Kingston center fielded the ball in so slowly that he succeeded in his grasping attempt.
From The Dozen from Lakerim by Hughes, Rupert
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