Definitions

inning

[in-ing] / ˈɪn ɪŋ /

NOUN

turn

Synonyms

STRONGEST

round shot stint stretch

STRONG

accomplishment act action bit bout crack deed favor fling gesture go hitch move period routine say service shift spell succession time tour trick try watch

WEAK

go around

Antonyms

STRONG

cessation idleness inaction inactivity inertia repose rest stagnation stoppage

Example Sentences

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That was part of a three-up, three-down first inning for Ryan.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Ryan won the first battle — the one against Ohtani the hitter to lead off the first inning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

It was the eighth inning of the St. Louis Cardinals’ game on May 15, and Bryce Bradford decided the Busch Stadium crowd needed a boost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

The 27-year-old has only thrown one major-league inning this season, when he limited the Angels to one hit in a scoreless frame.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026

After the inning ended, I went back to the dugout.

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan

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