up-and-under
Britishnoun
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Betts played 34 minutes, moving fluidly in the post as she showcased her turnaround moves and up-and-under scoring.
From Los Angeles Times
Back came the tireless Tigers, who showed they will be tough opposition for anybody this season despite last week's Challenge Cup exit at Bradford Bulls, and new signing Cini collected Hoy's up-and-under to level the scores and force the match into extra-time before Lewis' match-winning moment.
From BBC
Collier capped the scoring streak with a slick crossover dribble at the three-point line, driving into the lane and tossing up another up-and-under layup between two defenders.
From Los Angeles Times
Ford, who missed three kicks in quick succession in tricky conditions, was heavily involved in Reed's second try as Gloucester winger Jack Reeves made a huge mess of a massive up-and-under and Gus Warr released Reed to sprint home before Ford added the extras.
From BBC
Hakim Hart’s three-pointer that forced another Purdue timeout, which only led to Ian Martinez’s up-and-under and-one.
From Washington Post
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