inning

[in-ing] / ˈɪn ɪŋ /

NOUN

turn

Synonyms

STRONGEST

round shot stint stretch

STRONG

accomplishment act action bit bout crack deed favor fling gesture go hitch move period routine say service shift spell succession time tour trick try watch

WEAK

go around

Antonyms

STRONG

cessation idleness inaction inactivity inertia repose rest stagnation stoppage

Example Sentences

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Soo-Jin Berry hit a double that scored two runs during the same inning, extending UCLA’s lead to 4-1.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Andy Pages hit a three-run home run and Max Muncy hit his 12th homer of the season on the next at-bat to break a scoreless game in the fourth inning.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

La Mirada 9, Temecula Valley 2: Ian Aguayo hit a two-run home run during a six-run fourth inning for La Mirada, which next plays Huntington Beach.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

But it wasn’t until Luderer’s home run to left field in the fourth that the Knights were set free, leading to a three-run inning and a comeback victory.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

We did get a hit that inning, but it was followed by two strikeouts.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

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