home run
1 of 1noun/hoʊm rʌn/
Forms:home runs
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a hit in baseball that occurs when a batter hits the ball and runs around all four bases, scoring a run for their team
A home run in baseball or softball happens when a batter hits the ball out of the playing field's boundaries, typically over the outfield fence, without the ball touching the ground. This allows the batter to round all the bases and return to home plate, scoring a run for their team. A home run is one of the most exciting plays in the game and is often a result of powerful hitting. It can also occur if the ball is hit inside the field but the fielder drops or fails to catch it, allowing the batter to keep running and score.
- The home run was the only score in the pitcher's duel.
- The team celebrated after his walk-off home run in extra innings.
- The crowd erupted as she smashed a grand slam home run.
- His solo home run in the ninth inning tied the game.
- The rookie surprised everyone with a tape-measure home run.
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something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal
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