lineup

Example Sentences

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But make no mistake: dropping Messi from the lineup is strictly out of the question.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Dodgers catcher Will Smith was scratched from the lineup because of a stiff neck, manager Dave Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The lineup quickly emptied out from there, leading the White House to cancel the promised shows it couldn’t deliver.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

By the time the game concluded, the bottom of the Angels lineup batted 13 for 15, walking four times.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

He stood for the national anthem and the announcement of the starting lineup.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty