Meeting at a violent impasse

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  1. egregious
    conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
    Ray Anderson, the NFL's executive vice president of football operations, has said suspensions are likelier for especially egregious collisions, even those inflicted by first-time offenders.
  2. tenacity
    persistent determination
    This is why competing with a certain level of tenacity -- playing on the edge, so to speak -- is so vital to success and ultimately survival in the sport.
  3. suspension
    the act of hanging something from above so it moves freely
    Ray Anderson, the NFL's executive vice president of football operations, has said suspensions are likelier for especially egregious collisions, even those inflicted by first-time offenders.
  4. controversial
    marked by or capable of causing disagreement
    That is one of the biggest questions facing the NFL as it heads into its first weekend with this controversial emphasis on minimizing violent hits.
  5. enforcement
    ensuring observance of or obedience to
    Changing the enforcement of rules is one thing, but player reaction indicates that transforming the sport's vicious culture is a much harder goal to accomplish.
  6. veteran
    a person who has served in the armed forces
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    As for Urlacher, an 11-year veteran and six-time Pro Bowler, his anger swelled every time he heard another report about the league's new stance.
Created on 十月 22, 2010 (updated 十月 22, 2010)

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