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Hat-Trick

Definition:

A hat-trick is a term used in various sports to describe the achievement of three significant successes within a single game, event, or competition. It signifies the consecutive occurrence of a particular achievement or event.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses/Usages:

Sports:

In sports, a hat-trick refers to:

1. Scoring three goals in a game, typically in football (soccer) or hockey.
2. Claiming three wickets in cricket with three consecutive deliveries.
3. Registering three wins in a row, usually in horse racing.
4. Scoring three consecutive strikes in bowling.

Popular:

Outside of sports, the term "hat-trick" is occasionally used to describe a series of three successful or noteworthy achievements in any field or activity, often in a short span of time.

Local:

In some regions, "hat-trick" may also refer to a tradition where someone wears a hat or receives a specific item or prize upon completing three specific tasks or actions, typically within their community or workplace.

Sample Sentences:

1. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a memorable hat-trick in yesterday's football match.
2. The bowler achieved a hat-trick by dismissing three batsmen consecutively.
3. The horse won its third race in a row, completing a hat-trick of victories.
4. She recorded a hat-trick of perfect games in bowling league.
5. Within a week, he accomplished a hat-trick of promotions at his workplace.
6. She received a hat-trick of awards for her outstanding performances in acting.
7. As part of the local tradition, he was awarded a special hat after bagging a hat-trick in community service projects.

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