serve an ace

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In tennis, to hit a serve that the opponent cannot return and that wins a point.

aceVERB + ace

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serve

Examples (10)

  • Nadal has served 15 aces in the match so far.
  • She can serve an ace almost at will.
  • He served an ace on match point to win the championship.
  • I'm going to try and serve an ace down the middle.
  • The crowd erupted when she served her tenth ace of the match.
  • His goal was to serve at least five aces during the set.
  • If he serves another ace, he'll win the game.
  • Did you see her serve that incredible ace?
  • To serve an ace under pressure is a sign of a true champion.
  • It's rare for a player at this level to not serve a single ace in an entire match.