the sack
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Amanda Jones said her son and his friends, high-schoolers in South Bend, Ind., use any combination of feet, head, shoulders, neck and back to keep the sack moving—and go viral.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
He was touched by Steelers defensive end Dwight White, who was credited with the sack.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2026
Winning is the name of the game in football, so - unsurprisingly - a poor run of results is often the main factor in a manager getting the sack.
From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2026
The Spaniard appeared close to the sack towards the end of 2025 after a poor run of form, but Madrid have won their last five matches.
From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026
I picked up the sack and presented it.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
