Word
dribbling
Phoneticsdrib·bling
US/ˈdɹɪbəɫɪŋ/
UK/dɹˈɪblɪŋ/
Definition
n. the act of moving a ball with small, quick touches to keep it away from other players. You do this in sports like soccer or basketball to get closer to the goal.
n. the act of propelling a ball with small, quick touches to maintain possession and advance toward a target. Often used in the context of team sports to describe a player's ability to maneuver through defensive pressure.
Examples
“The player used clever dribbling to reach the center of the field.”
“His exceptional dribbling skills allowed him to break through the tight defense and score a goal.”
“The coach emphasized that while physical strength is important, the ability to maintain control during high-speed dribbling is what separates a good player from a great one.”
Examples
simple
“The player used clever dribbling to reach the center of the field.”
contextual
“His exceptional dribbling skills allowed him to break through the tight defense and score a goal.”
complex
“The coach emphasized that while physical strength is important, the ability to maintain control during high-speed dribbling is what separates a good player from a great one.”
Real-World Examples
“She was named as the Eredivisie player of the year last season and is a versatile forward with great dribbling skills.” “It was enough to convince Brighton, who have been impressed by his direct style and fearless dribbling.” Word family
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