second-string

ˈsɛkənd strɪŋ
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Translation of second-string into French

Adjective

1.

sports

Rare
serving as a substitute or replacement
Rare
  • She was hired as a second-string teacher.Elle a été embauchée comme enseignante de remplacement.
2.

importance

Rare
considered second most important
Rare
  • The second-string manager took over the meeting.Le manager secondaire a pris la direction de la réunion.
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Expressions with second-string: examples in English and translations in French

équipe de second plan
équipe de réserve
The project was assigned to the second-string team.

Synonyms and analogies of second-string in English

Examples of second-string in a sentence

  • The second-string players were called to practice.
  • The second-string quarterback led the team to victory.
  • She was promoted from a second-string position.

Translations of "second-string" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
remplaçantnm.

His determination as a second-string player motivated the starters to perform even better.

Sa détermination en tant que joueur remplaçant a motivé les titulaires à mieux performer.

The second-string catcher played exceptionally well during the tournament, impressing everyone.

Le receveur remplaçant a très bien joué pendant le tournoi, impressionnant tout le monde.

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second-string: Examples and translations in context

After a slow start, the second-string players regained confidence and played brilliantly.

Après un début lent, les joueurs remplaçants ont repris confiance et ont joué brillamment.

In a crucial moment, the second-string running back made a spectacular touchdown.

À un moment crucial, le porteur de ballon remplaçant a réussi un touché spectaculaire.

Cheering on the second-string squad, the fans held hope for an upset victory.

Encourageant l'équipe remplaçante, les supporters espéraient une victoire surprise.

The second-string goalie saved multiple shots, showcasing his potential for greater games.

Le gardien remplaçant a arrêté plusieurs tirs, montrant son potentiel pour des matchs plus importants.

He may have been a first-round pick, but he's still second-string.

Il a beau être un prodige, ça reste un remplaçant.

She felt nervous as a second-string athlete during the championship, waiting for her turn.

Elle se sentait nerveuse en tant qu'athlète remplaçante pendant le championnat, attendant son tour.

The second-string lineup was given a chance to prove their worth during the friendly match.

Les remplaçants ont eu l'occasion de prouver leur valeur lors du match amical.

It was the second-string quarterback that led the team to victory.

C'est le quarterback remplaçant qui a mené l'équipe à la victoire.

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