break a huddle

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To disperse after a huddle, especially a team in American football.

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  • The quarterback called the play, and the team quickly broke the huddle.
  • After the timeout, the players returned to the field and broke their huddle.
  • The coach watched as his team broke the huddle with renewed determination.
  • They needed to break the huddle and get to the line of scrimmage quickly.
  • Having discussed their strategy, the players were ready to break the huddle.
  • The referee signaled, prompting the offensive line to break the huddle.
  • If they don't break the huddle in time, they'll get a delay of game penalty.
  • With a final cheer, the college team broke the huddle before the kickoff.
  • He waited for the signal to break the huddle and execute the play.
  • The captain's intense speech made them eager to break the huddle and play.