fourth downs

A form of fourth down — The fourth down in a series that has a maximum of four downs; often used to punt the ball downfield or attempt a field goal (If not punted or converted, the opposing team takes possession wherever the ball is).

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of fourth down
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APA

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MLA

“fourth downs.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fourth%20downs. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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

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