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Definitions from the WebFielder's ChoiceNoun 1. (Baseball) In baseball, a fielder's choice is a play in which a fielder chooses to throw out a baserunner attempting to advance to the next base, while allowing the batter to reach first base safely. Example Sentence: The shortstop made a fielder's choice by throwing out the runner at third base, but the batter reached first base without getting tagged. Related Product: Baseball GloveNoun 2. (Softball) In softball, a fielder's choice refers to a play where a fielder selects to throw out a baserunner while enabling the batter to reach first base. Example Sentence: The catcher executed a fielder's choice by throwing out the runner at second base, and the batter accomplished a safe hit. Related Product: Softball | Softball BatPhrase 3. (Idiomatic) Faced with multiple options, a fielder's choice can refer to choosing the best or most advantageous course of action. Example Sentence: The chef had to make a fielder's choice between using beef or chicken for the main course of the dinner. | ||||
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