Synonyms for

Layup

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Definition

A shot made close to the basket in basketball.

Synonyms & similar words

layup basket close-up dunk one-hander tip-in alley-oop putback fadeaway

Example sentences

  1. He made a layup and helped his team score some points.
  2. She practiced making layups every day so she could get better at basketball.
  3. The player's layup was blocked by the opposing team.
  4. He missed the layup and the ball bounced off the rim.
  5. The coach taught the team how to do a proper layup during practice.

Quotes

  • "I think we have a good chance of winning if we focus on making our layups," said the basketball coach.
  • "A layup might seem easy, but it requires a lot of practice and skill," said the basketball player.
  • "I love doing layups because it makes me feel like I'm flying," said the young basketball fan.

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