extended playing time

noun

In a one-sided sporting contest, when junior varsity players (i.e., second- and third-string players) play a majority of a varsity game.

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Meanings

nounextended playing time (uncountable)
  1. uncountablehobbiesIn a one-sided sporting contest, when junior varsity players (i.e., second- and third-string players) play a majority of a varsity game.
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    Once the No. 1 team football built an early 56-0 lead in the game against their weak opponents, the coach - wanting to spare the opponent further embarrassment, to keep his top players from being injured and sensing his own younger players needed experience - decided to give his reserves some well-deserved extended playing time.

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APA

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MLA

“extended playing time.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/extended%20playing%20time. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “extended playing time,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/extended%20playing%20time.

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