sack

Example Sentences

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Despite his success consistently pressuring opposing quarterbacks, he only had five sacks last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 62-year-old replaces Scott Robinson, who was sacked in January after two years following high-profile losses to South Africa, Argentina and England as well as reports of tension between senior players and All Blacks staff.

From BBC

Just last Thursday, authorities announced they had sacked 19 officials, including nine from the military,

From BBC

The force's professional standards panel said police constables James Heley and Simon Lewis would have been sacked if they had not resigned at the end of last week.

From BBC

Young, who had a career-best 12 sacks, is entering the final season of his rookie contract and is eligible for an extension.

From Los Angeles Times