fielding

[feel-ding] / ˈfil dɪŋ /

VERB

catch a hit or thrown object

Synonyms

STRONGEST

deflect handle pick up retrieve

STRONG

cover hold occupy patrol play return stop

WEAK

deal with turn aside

Antonyms

STRONG

abandon ignore

Example Sentences

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Both teams scored on fielding errors and Cal State Fullerton scored off a single before South Carolina’s game-sealing home run.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Amid accusations of the set-up being too slack, England did not have a fielding coach on their staff in Australia, something that came under intense scrutiny when they dropped catches at crucial times.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Bass, asked about the debates while fielding questions at City Hall on Monday, said the candidate forums are an important part of an election campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Lester Ross, senior counsel at WilmerHale, who has spent decades representing companies in China, is fielding an influx of calls about the Chinese restrictions—and how the U.S. may respond.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

With Richards a few feet away, happily fielding his invitation to the Santa Anita Turf Club Ball, the traditional party held to honor hundred- grander winners, Pollard was bombarded with harsh questions.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand