Squeeze play

noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounThe tactic of bunting the ball to help a runner at third base score.

"The squeeze play is on! Jones bunts, and Smith scores from third."

2.nounAn instance of 'squeezing' someone: a use of pressure or force to achieve one's goal.

3.nounThe tactic of running a suit to compel another player to waste potentially winning cards.

"Squeeze play is an important part of the endgame."

4.nounThe tactic of reraising a raiser and a caller to compel one or both to fold, often as a bluff.

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