Meaning & use
shortstop
A baseball infielder positioned between second and third base, responsible for fielding ground balls hit to that area.
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The shortstop dove to snag the line drive and threw the runner out at first.
He's played shortstop for the team since he was a rookie.
A note on using this word
Shortstop is considered one of the most demanding defensive positions in baseball, requiring quick reflexes and a strong arm.
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