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Garbage time
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the period in a game when the outcome is virtually decided, and less experienced or non-starting players are often given playing time
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What is "garbage time"?
Garbage time refers to the period in a sports game when the outcome has already been decided, and the remaining time is typically used by teams to allow less experienced players to participate. It usually occurs when one team has a large lead, making it highly unlikely that the trailing team can catch up. During garbage time, the intensity of the game may decrease, and the focus shifts more to the experience of playing than to competition. This term is commonly used in basketball, football, and other sports.
Examples
She managed to make a three-pointer during garbage time.
