Sports Strategy

verb to defeat or repel an enemy or opponent

adverb in a manner that defeats or repels an enemy or opponent

• The soldiers were able to beat back the enemy forces with strategic maneuvers.
• We managed to beat back the bullies by sticking together as a group.
• We totally beat back those haters with our awesome comeback.
• She had to beat back her fears in order to pursue her dreams.

noun a talk or lecture that is informal or spontaneous, often given using a chalkboard or visual aids

• During the conference, the expert delivered a detailed chalk talk on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence.
• Hey, do you want to grab a coffee and go over that chalk talk presentation together?
• I totally aced that chalk talk in class today, no sweat!
• The CEO's speech was like a chalk talk, breaking down complex ideas into simple concepts for everyone to understand.

noun a military action in response to an attack

verb to make a counterattack

• The military strategists planned a well-coordinated counterattack against the enemy forces.
• We need to come up with a strong counterattack to beat them at their own game.
• Let's hit them back with a fierce counterattack and show them who's boss.
• His sharp wit was his best counterattack against the teasing from his classmates.

noun a situation in which people are caught in a situation where they are being attacked or criticized from two sides

• The soldiers were caught in the cross fire during the intense battle.
• We were stuck in the cross fire between two arguing friends.
• I don't want to get caught in the cross fire of their drama.
• The CEO found himself in the cross fire of conflicting interests within the company.

verb to state or make known officially or publicly

• The judge declared the defendant guilty of the crime.
• They declared that the party was going to be lit.
• She declared that the concert was going to be lit.
• The artist declared their love for painting through their latest masterpiece.

noun something that serves as a defense or protection

• The lawyer presented a strong defense in court to prove the innocence of their client.
• The team's defense was solid and prevented the opposing team from scoring any goals.
• I don't know why you're always on the defense about everything I say.
• Building a strong defense mechanism can help protect your mental well-being from negative influences.

noun a deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement, especially in boxing or fencing

verb make a deceptive or distracting movement, typically during a fight

• The fencer executed a perfect feint to deceive his opponent.
• She used a feint to trick him into thinking she was going left.
• He pulled off a sick feint move during the game.
• Her smile was just a feint to hide her true feelings.

noun a fierce or destructive attack

verb to make a fierce or destructive attack

• The army prepared for the enemy's fierce onslaught.
• We were caught off guard by the sudden onslaught of customers.
• The party was an onslaught of good vibes and great music.
• Her emotions hit her like an emotional onslaught, overwhelming her completely.

verb to go around or bypass an opponent in order to gain a tactical advantage

• The general's strategy was to outflank the enemy forces from the south.
• We can outflank them by taking a shortcut through the woods.
• Let's outflank those guys by sneaking up behind them.
• She always knows how to outflank any obstacles that come her way.

noun a temporary stop in action or speech

verb to stop temporarily in action or speech

• The speaker asked for a brief pause to gather their thoughts before continuing.
• Let's take a quick pause and grab some snacks before we continue watching the movie.
• I need to hit the pause button on this conversation and take a break.
• Sometimes we need to hit the pause button in life and reflect on our choices.

noun a withdrawal or retreat

verb to move or retreat backwards

adverb in a manner that involves moving or retreating backwards

• The company decided to pull back on their expansion plans due to economic uncertainty.
• I think it's time to pull back and reassess our approach before moving forward.
• Dude, you need to pull back and chill out before you say something you regret.
• Sometimes it's necessary to pull back and take a break in order to gain a fresh perspective on a situation.

verb to perceive with the eyes; to observe

• I can see that the data supports your hypothesis.
• I'll see you at the party later tonight.
• I don't see what the big deal is.
• When you look at the bigger picture, you'll see that it all makes sense.

noun a physical action of demolishing or destroying a structure

verb to demolish or destroy a structure

• The city council voted to tear down the old building and construct a new library in its place.
• We should tear down this old shed and make room for a new garden.
• Let's tear down this party and head to the beach instead.
• Sometimes you need to tear down old beliefs in order to grow and learn.

noun the rate or speed of motion or activity

• The conductor set the tempo for the orchestra to follow.
• Let's pick up the tempo a bit to finish this project on time.
• I can't keep up with the tempo of this party, it's too fast for me.
• The tempo of life in the city never seems to slow down.

verb to insert or fit tightly between two objects or spaces

adverb used to describe the manner in which something is inserted or fitted tightly

• I need to wedge in this piece of wood to secure the structure.
• Let's wedge in a quick coffee break before we start the meeting.
• I managed to wedge in some time for a quick workout at the gym.
• She always finds a way to wedge in her opinion, no matter the topic.

adjective Describing a situation or action that occurs at an appropriate or advantageous time

• The well-timed delivery of the project ensured its success within the deadline.
• Her well-timed joke had everyone laughing at the party.
• That was a well-timed burn, dude!
• His well-timed apology repaired their relationship just in time.

verb to increase or become more intense or extreme, especially after a setback or loss

adverb in a manner that involves tripling or increasing threefold

• The company decided to triple down on their investment in renewable energy.
• I'm going to triple down on studying for this exam.
• I'm gonna triple down on my workout routine and get ripped.
• She decided to triple down on her commitment to volunteering at the shelter.

noun a style of football in which every player is comfortable playing in any position on the field, often associated with the Dutch national team in the 1970s

adjective describing the style of football played in this manner