drag a bunt

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Definition

Verb: * To hit a baseball lightly and intentionally so that it rolls only a short distance into the infield, typically by holding the bat in a stationary position and letting the ball make contact. This is a strategic offensive play, often used to advance a baserunner or to try to reach first base safely.

Usage

This verb phrase is used specifically in the context of baseball or softball. It describes a deliberate, skillful batting technique, not an accidental or weak hit. The subject is the batter.

Examples
  • Verb:
    • The coach signaled for the batter to drag a bunt to move the runner from first to second base.
    • With her speed, she often tries to drag a bunt for an easy infield single.
    • He successfully dragged a bunt down the third-base line.
Advanced Usage
  • The action is often described with adverbs or prepositional phrases indicating direction or manner.
    • The left-handed hitter expertly dragged a bunt toward the vacant area on the right side of the infield.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bunt (verb/noun): The general act of hitting a ball softly within the infield. "Drag a bunt" is a specific type of bunt.
  • Sacrifice bunt (noun): A bunt intended specifically to advance a baserunner, even if the batter is thrown out.
  • Squeeze bunt (noun): A bunt attempted with a runner on third base, trying to score that runner.
Synonyms
  • Bunt: This is the direct synonym, though "drag a bunt" implies a specific technique where the batter starts to swing and then pulls the bat back, "dragging" the ball.
  • Place a bunt: Emphasizes the control in directing the ball.
Antonyms
  • Swing away: To take a full, powerful swing at the pitch.
  • Hit for power: To attempt to hit the ball for extra bases or a home run.
Verb
  1. hit a ball in such a way so as to make it go a short distance

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