Meaning of open play | Babel Free
Definitions
The period of play outside set pieces; the phase where possession can change by passing and tackling.
Examples
“We've struggled to score⟳ goals in open⟳ play⟳ since early March⟳ which contributed to our promotion hopes falling away last⟳ season.”
“A dropped goal is a kick⟳ at goal in open⟳ play⟳ and can be taken from anywhere on the pitch and by any player within the team.”
“Orient's tended to result⟳ from set⟳ pieces, whilst Ebbsfleet's came from open⟳ play⟳.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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