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Meaning of 'Go to bat for'

What does the saying 'Go to bat for' mean?

Idiom: Go to bat for

Meaning:

If you go to bat for someone, you support or help him or her when they need it.

Country: International English | Subject Area: Sport | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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