40-yard sprint

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A running race over a distance of 40 yards, common in American football.

sprintADJECTIVE + SPRINT

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40-yard

Examples (10)

  • A football player's speed is often measured by their 40-yard sprint time.
  • He trained intensely for months to improve his 40-yard sprint.
  • The coach timed each recruit's 40-yard sprint during tryouts.
  • Many scouts consider the 40-yard sprint a crucial test of athleticism.
  • Can you run a 40-yard sprint in under 4.5 seconds?
  • The athlete's impressive 40-yard sprint caught the attention of professional teams.
  • They practiced their starts for the 40-yard sprint repeatedly.
  • Improving your technique can shave precious milliseconds off your 40-yard sprint time.
  • The fastest 40-yard sprint ever recorded at the NFL Combine was 4.22 seconds.
  • A good 40-yard sprint is essential for wide receivers.