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the first of four consecutive plays during which an offensive team must advance the ball at least ten yards to retain possession of it; gain of ten or more yards by an offensive team that entitles it to continued possession for a new series of downs

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  • It was then Daniel's turn to make a first-down mistake.
  • The first-down punt has really fallen out of favor, huh?
  • The two receivers were first-down makers extraordinaire.
  • Tight end Daniel Graham dropped the potential first-down pass.
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