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home game

idiom
Meaning

An athletic contest played in a team's own geographic area.


Examples
SIMPLE

The team plays their next home game on Saturday.

CONTEXTUAL

Fans filled the stadium with noise to support their team during the important home game.

COMPLEX

The coach emphasized that securing a victory in this crucial home game was essential for their chances of reaching the championship playoffs.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    away game

    An athletic contest played away from the team's home field.

  2. 02

    back in the game

    Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.

  3. 03

    blame game

    A situation in which people attempt to blame others rather than trying to resolve a problem.

  4. 04

    bring home

    To earn (money).

  5. 05

    bring home the bacon

    To have employment which provides remuneration to satisfy the basic needs of oneself and one's family.

  6. 06

    broken home

    A home in which the parents have separated or divorced.

  7. 07

    change the game

    To revolutionize a field of endeavor.

  8. 08

    charity begins at home

    One should help the people closest to oneself before thinking of helping others.

Last updated April 17, 2026