up-and-under
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The 25-year-old wing, who was born in Italy but brought up in England, scored the opening try and then his stunning take from an up-and-under led to the second score.
From Barron's ● Feb. 7, 2026
Betts played 34 minutes, moving fluidly in the post as she showcased her turnaround moves and up-and-under scoring.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2025
Appleby gave Wake Forest its first lead of the overtime on an up-and-under layup between defenders that kissed off the glass.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 15, 2022
His up-and-under floater with 3:19 remaining gave the Cavaliers a 55-51 lead, and he followed that acrobatic shot with a jumper for a six-point edge.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 22, 2021
And Judy, reflecting vaguely that she, too, was something of an up-and-under creature, followed its example, though without the same dispatch or neatness of execution.
From The Extra Day by Algernon Blackwood
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