Synonyms for quarterbacked

Grammar : Verb

Spell : kwawr-ter-bak

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkwɔr tərˌbæk

Top 10 synonyms for quarterbacked

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Définition of quarterbacked

Origin : in U.S. football, 1876, from quarter (n.) + back (n.); so called from his position on the field at the start of play, between the halfback and the center. As a verb from 1945. Figurative sense from 1952. Monday morning quarterback is 1932 (n.), 1972 (v.); originally pro football player slang for sportswriters (U.S. professional football games typically are played on Sundays).

As in lead : verb guide physically
As in lead : verb guide mentally; influence
As in arrange : verb make plans, often involving agreement
As in overlook : verb supervise
As in oversee : verb manage, supervise
As in plan : verb think out; prepare in advance
As in spearhead : verb lead, start
As in supervise : verb manage people, project
As in boss : verb control; command
As in control : verb have charge of
As in coordinate : verb match, relate
As in direct : verb manage, oversee
As in guide : verb direct, lead

Antonyms for quarterbacked

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