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
Braun legged out a two-base hit in the eighth inning Tuesday night and felt some discomfort.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 18, 2018
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
Henderson drove a two-base hit to center field, and Swanson redoubled his efforts to brace the team against a rally that might rob them of their victory.
From Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant by Fullerton, Hugh S.
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