Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun In push-ball, the act of putting the ball into play by pushing it: analogous to the kick-off in foot-ball. The team having the push-off may either line up against the ball or, going back not more than 15 yards, make a flying rush at it.
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Examples
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Why should NY get to “push-off” their dangers onto other states.
Think Progress » Obama: Gitmo Has ‘Been Subject To A Lot Of…Pretty Rank Politics’ 2010
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Lazor said he has been pleased with the physicality of the Virginia offensive line so far, as well as the push-off that the Cavaliers are getting off the line of scrimmage.
Reshuffled Virginia offensive line striving to find cohesion quickly Steve Yanda 2010
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DENVER (AP) - Brandon Marshall couldn't catch a pass or a break Sunday, his career-best 77-yard touchdown grab negated by a borderline push-off flag that fueled Miami's 26-17 win over the bedeviled Denver Broncos.
USATODAY.com 2008
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Bryant was called for a push-off foul, and what was left of the crowd howled at the late-game theatrics.
USATODAY.com 2008
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The ankle then acts to restore energy during push-off, which may be the reason that ankle impairment nearly always leads to poorer walking economy.
Prosthetic Foot Recycles Energy for Walking | Inhabitat 2010
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'' I know my center is doing all he can to protect me, but when you get stepped on on that push-off foot, there's not much you can do.
USATODAY.com 2008
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"Groins are very tricky for pitchers, especially when it's that push-off leg," Mr. Girardi said.
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'' It's in a bad spot, it's my push-off leg and I'm just not able to drive the ball like I would like to, '' Moehler said.
USATODAY.com 2008
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And even then, we won't know how his push-off leg will respond to the rigors of pitching.
World Baseball Classic: Updates 01/18/2009 Oldhead1 2009
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Though when Barbara decided to give me a 'push-off' I did struggle keeping control I have to say.
Snell-Pym » Sledging 2009
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