spring training

noun

US
: the time in the spring when baseball teams prepare for the regular season by playing practice games

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Their temporary digs feature a clubhouse that’s beyond the left-field wall, which gives it a spring training feel compared to stadiums throughout the league. Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2025 In spring training, after signing Bregman, the Red Sox asked Devers to move off of third base. Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025 The Dodgers are out here running prelims, dutifully engaged in an extra-extended spring training exercise. Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 22 May 2025 In spring training, Francis and Jenna made sourdough bagels. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for spring training

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