at 'em ball

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A hard-hit batted ball hit straight at a fielder in the air for an out.

Examples

“If opposing hitters consistently hit balls at -Fielders, the fortunate pitcher is said, to be possessed of an "at 'em ball."”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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See also

at a canter at a clip at a discount at a distance at a draft at a draught

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