Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: square-leg

Synonyms:

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Antonyms:

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Usage examples:

After trying and failing to pick him off with a variety of bumpers, Siraj finally got his man with one that climbed towards his hip and flicked a glove as Head tried to whip towards square-leg.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/cricket/steve-smith-australia-english-india-england-b2353889.html

He did get the wicket of Head, albeit with a short ball that required a sharp catch by 12 man Rassie van der Dussen at deep square-leg.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/rain-limits-play-one-supposes-sa-dont-mind-as-australia-pile-up-475-4/

However, Klassen was unhappy with the decision and had a long animated chat with the square-leg umpire.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/ipl/ipl-2023-prerak-mankads-masterclass-nicholas-poorans-blitz-take-lsg-to-crucial-win-over-srh-8607555/

Josh Hazlewood, recalled in place of Starc, was welcomed in similar fashion as Crawley pinged his first delivery to the square-leg boundary.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/uk-sports/2023/06/16/joe-root-steadies-england-after-australia-rally-on-opening-day-of-ashes/