playoffs

Example Sentences

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“In the playoffs at some point, especially when a series drags on, everybody knows the other team almost by heart.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

They have been the unlikeliest powerhouse imaginable for nearly two decades, perennially reaching the playoffs despite microscopic payrolls that consistently rank among the lowest in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

He has thrown 91 innings and since Birmingham has opted out of playing in the state playoffs, Saturday’s game at Dodger Stadium will be his last this season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

In their quest to reach the NBA Finals for the first time this century, they’ve suffered seasons so miserable they were eliminated from the playoffs with weeks to spare.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

We get home in time to catch a playoffs game.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas