"run of the ball" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: runs of the ball [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|runs of the ball}} run of the ball (plural runs of the ball)
  1. (snooker, pool, billiards) A run of good luck; a situation where a player is able to make his or her desired shots without difficulty. Categories (topical): Billiards, Snooker Synonyms: run of the balls Related terms: rub of the green
    Sense id: en-run_of_the_ball-en-noun-wBIIXIHq Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: ball-games, billiards, games, hobbies, lifestyle, pool, snooker, sports

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