sparkplug
Example Sentences
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The return was a celebration for Memphis fans, who were anxious to see what the layoff had meant for the team’s leading scorer and sparkplug.
From Seattle Times
If Durant was the sparkplug on offense, Holiday was the most menacing presence on defense.
From New York Times
On the field, he has remained the team’s sparkplug.
From New York Times
“He’s a sparkplug for our team.”
From Seattle Times
Now, his goal is attainable, likely to come Tuesday as he acts as a sparkplug for a team on a six-game losing streak.
From Washington Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
