disengagement
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One of the less-talked-about rule changes implemented this season limits pitchers to two disengagements from the pitching rubber — taking their foot off, basically — per plate appearance with a runner on first base.
From Washington Post
Other changes this year include bigger bases to improve player safety, plus limits on infield shifts and pitcher disengagements to encourage more action.
From Seattle Times
The presidential election revealed widespread disengagement with politics.
From New York Times
“Where were you during the disengagement,” firebrand settler leader and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich reportedly asked bank chiefs earlier this year when they warned about the overhaul’s adverse effects on the economy.
From Seattle Times
She also had a complaint about new limits on pitcher disengagements from the rubber.
From Washington Times
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