noun as in strong fondness

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opening pitch, first pitch

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Example:The pitcher threw an opening pitch that was wisely knocked down by the batter.

Definition:The first ball thrown in an inning or a new batter's turn at the plate, establishing the first pitch of a new sequence.

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Example:He received the first pitch of the game, a curveball outside the strike zone.

Definition:The initial throw of the ball in an at-bat, marking the first interaction between the pitcher and the batter.

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