instant replay

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instant replay

The referee watches the instant replay on the stadium screen.

Definition

Noun: 1. The immediate rebroadcast of a recorded video segment: This term refers to the action of showing a recording of a recent event, typically from a live broadcast, again right after it happens. It is most commonly used in sports to review a key moment, such as a goal, a catch, or a controversial call by an official.

Usage

The term "instant replay" is used as a countable noun. It describes both the technological feature and the specific video clip being rebroadcast. - It is almost always used in the context of television broadcasting, live events, and sports analysis. - The replay is shown to provide clarification, analysis, or to confirm a decision.

Examples
  • Noun:
    • The referee reviewed the instant replay before making his final decision.
    • That incredible touchdown deserves an instant replay from three different angles.
    • Fans at home saw the foul clearly in the instant replay, but the officials on the field missed it.
Advanced Usage
  • "To go to (the) instant replay": This phrase is used by broadcasters to indicate they are about to show a recorded clip of a recent event.
    • After that close play at the plate, we're going to the instant replay.
  • The concept is central to official review systems in sports (e.g., the NFL's replay review, tennis's Hawk-Eye), where "instant replay" is the evidence used to overturn or confirm a call.
Variants and Related Words
  • Replay (noun/verb): A more general term for playing a recording again. "Instant replay" is a specific type of replay that occurs shortly after the live action.
    • Let's watch a replay of the winning goal. (This could be later, not necessarily "instant.")
  • Video review (noun): A more formal term often used in the context of officiating.
  • Slow-motion replay (noun): A type of instant replay where the action is shown at a reduced speed for detailed analysis.
Synonyms
  • Video replay
  • Action replay (common in British English)
  • Playback (more general, not specific to live events)
Related Phrases
  • Under review: A state where officials are examining an instant replay to make a ruling.
    • The ruling on the field is under review.
  • Confirmed/Stands/Overturned: Common verdicts announced after an instant replay review.
    • After looking at the replay, the call on the field is confirmed.
instant replay

The referee watches the instant replay on the stadium screen.

Noun
  1. the immediate rebroadcast of some action (especially sports action) that has been recorded on videotape

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