"turnover on downs" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: turnovers on downs [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|turnovers on downs}} turnover on downs (plural turnovers on downs)
  1. (American football) A situation where a team's offense loses possession of the ball due to failure to convert a touchdown, field goal or first down on their four opportunities. This is in contrast to a turnover by interception or fumble. Categories (topical): Football (American)
    Sense id: en-turnover_on_downs-en-noun-3ziuGnSR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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