goal line

noun

: a line at either end and usually running the width of a playing area on which a goal or goalpost is situated

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There's no denying that Mixon's efficiency near the goal line has meant fewer opportunities for this team's pass-catchers. —

Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024 Yes, that final pass from Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels did sail 52 yards into the end zone at Northwest Stadium, tipped upward from a seven-player scrum and into the arms of receiver Noah Brown across the goal line. —

Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024 He’s built like Cam Newton and has the same type of dual-threat game, especially around the goal line. —

Jesse Reed, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 Highlighted by George Kittle’s 43-yard reception and rumble down to the goal line, and punctuated by Isaac Guerendo’s short touchdown run, the 49ers are in front. —

Andrew Greif, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for goal line