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verb
To maintain individual possession of the puck or ball by controlling it with movements of one's stick, especially to do so in a skillful manner.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: intransitive, transitive
Qualifier: field hockey
Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, ice-hockey, lacrosse, lifestyle, skating, sports
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verb
To deal capably and swiftly with a situation, especially in a manner which deflects potential problems.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Canada, broadly
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History
From stick + handle.
