goal line

noun

Sports.

1. the line that bounds a goal, especially the front line.

goal line

noun

1. sport the line marking each end of the pitch, on which the goals stand

Word History and Origins

Origin of goal line¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

He capped the drive with a designed quarterback draw near the goal line for a five-yard touchdown run.

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If all goes as planned, multiple running backs will cross the goal line while challenging defenses.

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The Galaxy then appeared to tie the score just before stoppage time, but Lloris made a spectacular kick save on Christian Ramirez while lying on his back on the goal line.

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During their two Super Bowl appearances over that span, the Eagles scored their first touchdown by giving Hurts a “Brotherly Shove” over the goal line.

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He hit Lane again, just before the goal line, but a delay of game set the Trojans back to the seven with just 12 seconds remaining.

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