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bunt

[buhnt] / bʌnt /
VERB
hit half-heartedly
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After a five-hit inning, Ohtani escaped on a bunt attempt that went to Tommy Edman — playing third base in his return from the injured list — who threw to first for the third out.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Jo Adell hit a one-out single then moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by Donovan Walton.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Ozzie Albies’ bunt single loaded the bases and after Matt Olson struck out, Dubon scored from third on Austin Riley’s fielder’s choice to shortstop.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

They deployed strategies like the sacrifice bunt and stolen base with remarkable frequency despite lacking real evidence to justify such usage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Genie put one foot forward, holding the shovel as if it were a baseball bat and he was about to attempt the worst bunt in history.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds




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