Bunt

usgb/bʌnt/
verb

To lightly hit a baseball without swinging the bat.

In the ninth inning, he decided to bunt the ball.
Visual representation of "bunt" - To lightly hit a baseball without swinging the bat.

Often appears as...

  • bunt the ball
  • sacrifice bunt
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Baseball Strategy

Bunting is a tactical move in baseball, often used to advance base runners.

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He executed a perfect bunt to move his teammate to second base.
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Not Always Safe

A bunt doesn't guarantee safety; the batter can still get out.

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Despite the bunt, the pitcher threw him out at first.
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Skillful Play

A successful bunt requires skill to direct the ball and control its power.

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He practiced bunting for hours to perfect his technique.
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