winger
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of winger
Example Sentences
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Fellow winger Ben Gannon-Doak, who only recently returned from injury at Bournemouth, makes the squad.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
“I think our team, we learned, myself included, just how to play in those games,” said winger Troy Terry, the only remaining link to the Ducks’ last playoff team.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Vegas played without winger Mark Stone, whose 28 goals were second-most on the team during the regular season.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
The Hurricanes acquired left winger Taylor Hall midway through the 2024-25 season with the hopes of adding a veteran presence to their fourth line.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
He was our right winger and one of the best players on the team.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
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