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Blitzing: meaning, definitions and examples

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blitzing

 

[ ˈblɪtsɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sports strategy

Blitzing is a defensive strategy employed in American football where additional players, typically linebackers or defensive backs, rush the quarterback in an attempt to create pressure and force errors. This strategy can lead to defensive advantages by overwhelming the offensive line, disrupting plays, and creating opportunities for tackles, sacks, or interceptions. Blitzing can also be employed in other contexts, such as in marketing strategies to create a quick impact.

Synonyms

attacking, rushing, storming

Examples of usage

  • The team executed a successful blitzing play to sack the quarterback.
  • They focused on blitzing to catch the offense off guard.
  • The coach emphasized blitzing in practice to refine their timing.

Translations

Translations of the word "blitzing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ataque rápido

🇮🇳 तेज़ हमला

🇩🇪 Blitzangriff

🇮🇩 serangan cepat

🇺🇦 раптовий напад

🇵🇱 szybki atak

🇯🇵 電撃的攻撃

🇫🇷 attaque rapide

🇪🇸 ataque relámpago

🇹🇷 hızlı saldırı

🇰🇷 급습

🇸🇦 هجوم سريع

🇨🇿 rychlý útok

🇸🇰 rýchly útok

🇨🇳 快速攻击

🇸🇮 hitri napad

🇮🇸 hraða árás

🇰🇿 жедел шабуыл

🇬🇪 სწრაფი თავდასხმა

🇦🇿 sürətli hücum

🇲🇽 ataque relámpago

Etymology

The term 'blitz' comes from the German word 'Blitzkrieg', which translates to 'lightning war' and was used to describe rapid military attacks during World War II. In American football, the term was adapted in the 20th century to refer specifically to aggressive defensive maneuvers aimed at quickly overpowering the offense. The practice of blitzing evolved as a response to the increasing complexity and effectiveness of offensive strategies, and it has become a hallmark of defensive playbooks in modern football. Over time, blitzing has also been embraced in other areas, such as in the context of marketing, where a 'blitz' might refer to a concentrated effort to promote a product or idea quickly.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,466, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.