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What does it mean to be “on the ropes”?

Retry Correct Incorrect A pitcher is on the ropes when he starts losing command of the game because he is tiring out. A relief pitcher begins warming up in the bullpen before the pitcher before him is retired from the game.

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What does it mean to be “on the ropes”?

• When a play is under review
• When a pitcher is losing command of the game
• When a player is caught in between bases
• When a pitcher is warming up