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JOUER VARIANT PUISSANCE BALLES [1 record]

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Record 1 1996-09-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Racquet Sports
DEF

To change the speed, elevation [length, power] and spin of shots constantly to confuse an opponent's anticipation and rhythm.

OBS

Generic colloquial expression frequently used in tennis. In this expression, the term "pace" suggests changing the length, height, rhythm, power, speed or spin of one's shots. Related phraseology: take the pace off the ball, to change up one's serve.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sports de raquette
OBS

consistance : État de ce qui est solide et cohérent.

OBS

Équivalent générique : brouiller le jeu.

Key term(s)
  • brouiller le jeu

Spanish

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