PITCHER
/ ˈpɪtʃ ər / [PICH-er] (n.)
– a baseball player who throws the ball to the batter
Example: The pitcher cannot play in the game because of his injured shoulder.
Additional info: It may also refer to a container that can be used to hold and pour any liquid.
AMBIDEXTROUS
/ ˌæm bɪˈdɛk strəs / [am-bi-DEK-struh s] (adj.)
– being able to use both hands skillfully
Example: The team recruited an ambidextrous baseball hitter.
Additional info: Ambidextrous may also refer to someone who is skilled in a strange way.
WARMUP
/ ˈwɔrmˌʌp / [WAWRM-uhp] (n.)
– an activity done in preparation for a game
Example: The team did a brief warmup before the game.
Additional info: Warmups (always plural) may also refer to the kind of clothes worn by athletes as they prepare for a competition.
SATISFIED
/ ˈsæt ɪsˌfaɪd / [SAT-is-fahyd] (adj.)
– being contented or pleased about something
Example: The coach was not satisfied with the team’s performance.
Additional info: The synonyms of satisfied also include content and fulfilled.
GRATITUDE
/ ˈgræt ɪˌtud / [GRAT-i-tood] (n.)
– a feeling of being thankful
Example: The retired athlete expressed his gratitude toward his teammates.
Additional info: Gratefulness and appreciation are other terms for gratitude.
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