the sack
Example Sentences
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In most of my career, I took full responsibility for all of the above and accepted the end product of the sack if it didn't work.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026
He was touched by Steelers defensive end Dwight White, who was credited with the sack.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2026
Aston Villa pushed Tottenham boss Thomas Frank closer to the sack with a 2-1 win over the Dane's troubled side in the FA Cup third round on Saturday.
From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026
In effect, Garrett is about to break the sack record despite having fewer opportunities than any of his predecessors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025
Dallas put a change of clothes in the sack and then pulled them out again.
From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech
