English Word · Intermediate
walk-off
A walkout
Pronunciation: say walk-off
Meaning
In baseball, a play that ends the game, such as a hit or a base on balls, that allows the winning run to score.
Example
It was the Brewers' first walk-off walk since May 4, 2005, when Damien Miller drew a walk to win the game, 4-3, at home over the Cubs.
It was the Brewers' first walk-off walk since May 4, 2005, when Damien Miller drew a walk to win the game, 4-3, at home over the Cubs.
Practice tips
- Practice walk-off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.