Definitions

inning

[in-ing] / ˈɪn ɪŋ /

NOUN

turn

Synonyms

STRONGEST

round shot stint stretch

STRONG

accomplishment act action bit bout crack deed favor fling gesture go hitch move period routine say service shift spell succession time tour trick try watch

WEAK

go around

Antonyms

STRONG

cessation idleness inaction inactivity inertia repose rest stagnation stoppage

Example Sentences

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"In the third inning I thought about trying something no one had seen before. I found three sections and started explaining what I wanted."

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Later in the same inning, after the lineup turned over, Shohei Ohtani also notched a two-run homer, for his second hit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But, he was left stranded as Sasaki finished the inning by inducing a groundout before striking out Adam Frazier.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

His successful but ultimately draining first inning led to UNC scoring four in the next two innings, knocking the Trojans into a huge hole and forcing its bullpen to stem the tide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Schwartzie let five of their men come up to the plate that half inning and let one of those five score.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok

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