playmaker
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- noun
- /ˈpleɪˌmeɪkər/
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creador de juego
- The Cowboys have shortcomings on offense, but there is no shortage of playmakers.
- big playmaker
- best playmaker
- top playmaker
I think it's a modern, modern time playmaker.
- I think it's a modern, modern time playmaker.
- You know, I think it's been, I think the playmakers of, of what's Sean in this tournament.
Examples
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But you just might find that one playmaker who gives you a big advantage and fills a huge need.
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He's such a playmaker for them, and he shows up in a lot of different spots.
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Still, I believe they do need a playmaker, though Fred will probably handle those duties starting out.
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I think that he's looking to become more of a playmaker this season rather than just to score.
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ASU will need their top playmaker to show off that dynamic form frequently on Saturday.
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For all the negative talk about the defense, they are showing growth and some real playmakers are stepping up.
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Dragic isn't a bad defender himself, and he is a much better playmaker.
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The Beavers have a lot of guys who just execute, with a few playmakers emerging.
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Kerley has been the Jets' best playmaker this year, and he's done the majority of his damage from the slot.
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During the match, the coach praised him as a natural playmaker who consistently creates scoring opportunities for his teammates.
Synonyms
A player who makes a pass that leads to a teammate scoring
A player who passes the ball so a team member can score
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Etymology
Playmaker comes from joining play ('an action in a game') and maker, from make ('to create'). It was first used in sports for a player who 'makes plays' and creates chances for teammates, so a playmaker is literally someone who makes opportunities in a game.