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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Backstop' in a Sentence

"A barrier, such as a wall or wire screen, designed to prevent a ball from going too far beyond the normal playing area." more

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Despite the strong wind, the backstop's mesh design prevented the soccer ball from leaving the field.
In golf, a well-placed backstop can save a ball from rolling too far away from the putting green.
A net acted as a backstop to keep soccer balls from rolling into the neighboring yard.

Backstop

bak-stop
nounA barrier, such as a wall or wire screen, designed to prevent a ball from going too far beyond the normal playing area.

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Last Updated On: July 12, 2024
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