Meanings of using the ball in English

The emphasis was on using the ball, with kicking generally a last resort.

Llorente occupied the central defenders, bringing Kane into play and using the ball with intelligence and calm.

Toulon bossed the collisions and played smarter, using the ball better and outscoring them by two tries to one.

The visitors' main problem was that Burnley were winning most of the midfield battles and using the ball more adventurously.

In near-perfect conditions, St Andrew's dominated, with the back line using the ball efficiently and the forwards steam-rollering over Wesley's pack.

In time, after many squeezes, Tom managed to sign his initials, using the ball of his little finger for a pen.

Whether it's spotting mismatches, running terrific lines or using the ball to beat the man, the Crusaders are just so adept at opening defences up.