stint

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stint  /ˈstɪnt/ ? Meaning of "stint"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) an unbroken period of time during which you do something
  2. (n) smallest American sandpiper
  3. (n) an individual's prescribed share of work
  4. (v) subsist on a meager allowance
  5. (v) supply sparingly and with restricted quantities

Synonym(s)

least sandpiper, stretch, scant, skimp, scrimp

Usage(s):

  1. Michelle's stint as a sports anchor came to an abrupt end when she tragically died in a freak accident in the golf course.
  2. Kevin's gave an improved performance during his second stint as football coach.
  3. Gordon's stint as Minister was uneventful save for the unsavory financial scam.

Quotes

  1. "That was a good hit-out, most of the guys had a good stint out in the middle," Katich said. "It's just getting used to facing red balls again because the boys have basically been facing white ones for the last month. Hopefully, tomorrow...
    on Jul 8, 2010 By: Simon Katich Source: AFP

  2. "We had one of our better games tonight," Lakers coach Phil Jackson said. "This is the first really consistent game we have played, except for a six-minute stint in the third quarter. We controlled the game and forced our will on our...
    on May 10, 2010 By: Phil Jackson Source: msnbc.com

  3. He added: "I have mixed emotions after the penalty. I had a good first few laps at the start, but it took its toll on the first set of tyres, so I needed to pit a little earlier than I would have liked. In the second stint I was ahead and was...
    on Jun 13, 2010 By: Mark Webber Source: The Press Association

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