Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

against the run of play

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.11 in modern English

Syllables: again-st the run of -play
IPA

31

Scrabble Score

19

Letters

3

Syllables

15

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Contrary to the flow of the game.

Example Sentences

"The Gunners dominated for long periods but, against the run of play, Denilson fouled Max Gradel and Robert Snodgrass put Leeds ahead from the spot."

Questions

What does against the run of play mean?: Contrary to the flow of the game.

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