To have utilized or employed a tangible object
To have dealt with a matter or issue
“He would field a barrage of tough questions from the rabid reporters while keeping his cool.”
Past tense for to catch or stop (the ball) and return it
“The outfielders take fly balls first, then we infielders field ground balls.”
Past tense for to send out (a team or individual) to play in a game
“Despite a raft of injuries, the Bills should still be able to field a competitive team.”
Past tense for to deploy (an army)
“The enemy can still field an army twice our combined strength.”
Past tense for to energetically devote, or begin devoting, effort to something
Past tense for to direct, handle, control, or be in charge of
Past tense for to avoid, deflect, or ward off (an attack, a blow, an argument, etc)
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