play-by-play
Americanadjective
noun
Usage
What does play-by-play mean? A play-by-play is a running commentary on or a detailed summary of an event, used especially in sports.
Etymology
Origin of play-by-play
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Stephen Nelson, entering his fourth season with the Dodgers, has been on the call as the lead radio play-by-play announcer for their last two World Series championships.
From Los Angeles Times
Prior to that, the Southern California native hosted studio shows for the MLB and NHL Networks and did play-by-play work for both leagues.
From Los Angeles Times
The added layer of strategy intrigues Stephen Nelson, the Dodgers’ radio play-by-play voice.
From Los Angeles Times
Tirico is just the 13th play-by-play announcer to call a national Super Bowl broadcast.
From Los Angeles Times
His streak of 27 touchdown passes without a pick is, according to Elias, the longest such streak by any player since play-by-play was first tracked in 1978.
From Los Angeles Times
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