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closer
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(comparative of `near' or `close') within a shorter distance
Closer
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a relief pitcher who is brought in to pitch the final innings, usually the ninth
Who is a "closer"?
A closer is a player in baseball who is brought in to pitch during the final part of the game, usually when the team has a lead and needs to secure the win. The closer’s role is to face the opposing team’s batters in the last few innings, often in high-pressure situations, and prevent them from scoring. A good closer is known for their ability to handle pressure and for having a strong, reliable pitching performance in the game's final moments.
Examples
The closer struck out the last batter to win the game.
He became the team's reliable closer this season.
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a person who closes something
