yips

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun nervous tension that causes an athlete to fail (especially causes golfers to miss short putts)
  2. noun a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog)
  3. verb bark in a high-pitched tone

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tension

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