Backgammon Terminology

verb to steer a boat away from a point of land or another boat

• The sailor skillfully maneuvered the boat to bear off from the dangerous rocks.
• Make sure you bear off to the right to avoid hitting the curb.
• I had to bear off real quick to dodge that crazy driver.
• She had to bear off from the toxic relationship to find happiness.

noun a point scored by hitting an ace in tennis

• The lawyer made an ace point during the trial, which ultimately swayed the jury in favor of his client.
• I think you really nailed that presentation - you made an ace point that got everyone's attention.
• Dude, your argument was so on point, it was straight up ace!
• In the game of chess, sacrificing a pawn to gain a strategic advantage is known as an ace point move.