possession

Example Sentences

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However, France regained possession off the restart and - just as in this fixture in Lyon two years ago - Ramos had the final say.

From BBC

He returned the favor by diving out of bounds for a steal on the next possession and the save led to a three-pointer from Doncic.

From Los Angeles Times

The two teams spent most of the first half trading wasted possessions and taking turns with their respective shooting slumps.

From Los Angeles Times

Against Ireland, England had 52% possession, did almost half as much kicking as their opponents -18 in open play to Ireland's 31 - but were burgled at the breakdown repeatedly, conceding 14 turnovers.

From BBC

This gave them time on the ball but also stretched Spurs' shape, out of possession, opening up gaps to exploit up-field.

From BBC