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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

byes

/baɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does byes mean?

noun

Byes are extra turns or chances given to a player in a game, often to compensate for a disadvantage or to allow them to catch up. In sports, byes can also refer to a round in a tournament where a team is given a free pass to the next round.

Example

"The tennis player received a bye in the first round, allowing her to conserve energy for the next match."

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