backswings

/ˈbækˌswɪŋz/
noun
  1. The backward movement of a club, bat, or racket before hitting the ball in sports like golf, baseball, or tennis.
    • He focused on keeping his backswings smooth and controlled during the golf tournament.
    • Her backswings in tennis have improved since she started working with a coach.
    • The baseball player's backswings were too fast, causing him to miss the pitch.
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