relegation zone

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the positions at the bottom of a league table which result in relegation

relegationNOUN + NOUN

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zone

Examples (10)

  • The team is currently in the relegation zone, fighting to survive.
  • They desperately need points to avoid the dreaded relegation zone.
  • A string of poor results saw them drop into the relegation zone.
  • Fans are worried that their club might finish in the relegation zone.
  • The manager emphasized the importance of staying out of the relegation zone.
  • With only a few games left, they are still hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone.
  • They managed to climb out of the relegation zone with a crucial win.
  • The battle to escape the relegation zone is intense this season.
  • Being stuck in the relegation zone takes a toll on player morale.
  • One more loss could send them spiraling into the relegation zone.