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Meaning of Duckworth-Lewis method | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A mathematical algorithm for generating revised target scores for the side batting second in a rain-affected one-day match.

Examples

“The Duckworth-Lewis method of resolving rain-affected games has divided the cricketing fraternity into those who do not understand it and those who pretend they do. Rumour has it that it involves calculus, astrology, quantum mechanics and the use of dice. Either way teams get screwed.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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