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forward line

[ˈfɔrwərd laɪn]
nounpl: forward lines
linha de ataque
1. In sports (especially soccer/football, hockey, and rugby), the group of players positioned in the attacking positions closest to the opponent's goal
The forward line was unable to score despite having several opportunities.
A linha de ataque não conseguiu marcar apesar de ter várias oportunidades.
2. The frontmost offensive formation or strategy in sports
The team's forward line was strengthened with the addition of two new strikers.
A linha de ataque do time foi fortalecida com a adição de dois novos atacantes.
Synonyms
attacking linefront linestrikersforwards
Antonyms
defensive lineback linedefense

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
linha de ataque
most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
linha de frente
alternative usage in football context
Portugal
linha da frente
European Portuguese variant, also used in sports terminology
General Brazilian
ataque
shortened informal reference

Related Idioms & Phrases

strengthen the forward line
lead the forward line
breakthrough in the forward line
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