loose ball
US /luːs bɔːl/
UK /luːs bɔːl/
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losse bal
In sports, a ball that is not in the possession of any player, often after a fumble or deflection.
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The defender dove for the loose ball near the sideline.
De verdediger dook naar de losse bal bij de zijlijn.
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Winning loose balls is crucial for gaining possession in basketball.
Het winnen van losse ballen is cruciaal voor balbezit in basketbal.