nose tackle
US /ˈnoʊz ˌtæk.l̩/
UK /ˈnoʊz ˌtæk.l̩/

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nose tackle, tackle de nariz
a defensive lineman in American football who plays directly over the opposing team's center
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The nose tackle clogged up the middle, allowing the linebackers to make plays.
O nose tackle entupiu o meio, permitindo que os linebackers fizessem jogadas.
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A good nose tackle is crucial for stopping the run game.
Um bom nose tackle é crucial para parar o jogo de corrida.