HIT THE DECK Definition & Meaning

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Also, hit the dirt . Fall to the ground, usually for protection. For example, As the planes approached, we hit the deck , or We heard shooting and hit the dirt . In the early 1900s the first expression was nautical slang for “jump out of bed,” or “wake up,” and somewhat later, “get going.” The current meaning dates from the 1920s.

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Her scoring in the final minutes — three decisive driving layups, one of which led to her hitting the deck again — helped fend off a comeback attempt and secure the win.

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It was the first time Inoue, a man with 23 knockouts in 26 fights, had hit the deck.

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Aberdeen once more believed they had a shot at restoring parity when Hoilett hit the deck in the box and referee Don Robertson pointed to the spot.

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His audacious overhead kick called Joe Hart into a punch before Martin Boyle hit the deck in search of his own penalty, while Lewis Miller's later effort skimmed inches wide.

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Taylor couldn't afford a knockdown and almost hit the deck in the final moments after some big shots from Cameron.

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