Next to bat

Answer:

ONDECK

Hint:

This term describes a batter waiting in the designated circle, ready to step up after the current one finishes their turn.

Explanation:

"Next to bat" refers to the baseball term for the batter waiting to step up to the plate after the current one. The answer "ONDECK" comes from the "on-deck circle," where that player stands to warm up. It’s a straightforward sports reference—no wordplay, just a direct nod to the game’s lingo.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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