make a pass
Example Sentences
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Sergio Perez sniffs out that this might be the moment to make a pass on Charles Leclerc, but the Ferrari driver is still in second, keeping the Mexican at bay.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2024
He was replaced by Nic White, who was fouled by left winger Miriani Modebadze when trying to make a pass seconds before the break.
From Washington Times • Sep. 9, 2023
You see it when a player gives up an open shot to make a pass.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2022
Forsberg appeared to have broken the shutout as he attempted to make a pass that bounced off Ben Hutton and into the Vegas net with 3:57 remaining in the second period.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 24, 2021
Olanna turned to walk away because she was sure he was one of those men who claimed to have met her before only to have a chance to make a pass.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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