nine yards
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"I'm chasing the companies that make those servers that go sit in those data centres, the companies that make the entire air conditioning, the water-cooling system -- the whole nine yards."
From Barron's ● Feb. 15, 2026
The Centennial product is a dynamic dual threat who’s averaging more than nine yards per carry this season, in addition to throwing for 1,641 yards and 19 touchdowns in nine games.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 17, 2024
William Troost-Ekong had put Nigeria ahead seven minutes before the end of a cagey first half when the centre-back rose highest to powerfully head in from nine yards out following a corner.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2024
He had four catches for 21 yards, none longer than nine yards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2023
Billingsley took in the touchdown from nine yards out.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
