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pick off

[pik-awf, -of] / ˈpɪkˌɔf, -ˌɒf /
VERB
shoot
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blast execute explode fire hit hurl kill launch murder open fire
STRONG
bag barrage bombard catapult dispatch emit expel fling gun ignite loose plug pop project propel pump torpedo trigger zap
WEAK
bring down drop the hammer let fly let go with open up pull the trigger set off throw lead
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bear create fail
STRONG
conceal hold keep withhold
WEAK
backfire walk

Example Sentences

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He dove into scouting reports with first base coach Clayton McCullough on opposing pitchers’ timing and pick-off tendencies, coupling a cerebral component with his explosive raw foot speed.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

Mookie Betts sparked the winning rally off Royals left-hander Will Smith with a one-out single to left field, and he took second on Smith’s errant pick-off throw to first.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2024

Cease was at fault for Detroit’s run, throwing away a pick-off attempt to allow Victor Reyes to score.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2022

An inning later, Gonzales’ throwing error on a pick-off attempt advanced Ketel Marte to third, and he scored on Carson Kelly’s sacrifice fly.

From Fox News • Sep. 11, 2021

Cody walked Kyle Seager in the second inning, then threw a pick-off attempt wide to advance him to second.

From Washington Times • Sep. 5, 2020