left-wing

Example Sentences

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Tommy O'Brien is named on the left wing in Farrell's only backline change.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

The partially toothless Jack Hughes, left alone on the left wing, beat Canadian goalie Jordan Binnington cleanly 1:41 into the extra period to set off a wild celebration for the Americans.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Keller then won it, taking a long Taylor Heise pass on the left wing, racing into the Canadian zone, stickhandling around defender Claire Thompson before beating goalie Desbiens cleanly.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Henry Arundell retains his place on the left wing after escaping a suspension for his two yellow cards against Scotland, which led to a 20-minute red card.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Ruthie pulls me through the main foyer and down into the left wing of the building, to the big office at the end.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland