Vocabulary Entry

yips

|noun • verb

noun

A condition in which an athlete unexpectedly loses the ability to perform a skill, often due to nervousness.

Example Sentences

"The golfer experienced the yips and missed an easy putt."

"The pitcher suffered from the yips, making him hesitant to throw strikes."

"After a series of errors, the player openly admitted to having the yips."

verb

Example Sentences

"He yipped his way through the final round, missing crucial shots."

"During the championship game, she yipped and couldn't hit the target."

"If you start to yip under pressure, take a deep breath and focus."