the sack

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Amanda Jones said her son and his friends, high-schoolers in South Bend, Ind., use any combination of feet, head, shoulders, neck and back to keep the sack moving—and go viral.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

As for Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo, he is just going to be in even greater danger of getting the sack.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 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

Instead of falling to the ground for the sack — a potential sixth overall — Herbert connected with wide receiver Quentin Johnston for the first down.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025

Ivan looked down at the sack, then up at her.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack