full-court press

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A coordinated maneuver, involving all team members, to block or interfere with the opposing team's attempt to advance the ball down the playing court, so as to force a turnover or backcourt violation.
  2. A thorough, collaborative effort to overcome or constrain another person or group, especially a rival or opponent.

Word forms

full-court press full-court presses full court press

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