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Discover LudwigThe phrase "commit a foul" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in the context of sports to describe an action that violates the rules of the game.
Example: "The referee decided to penalize the player for committing a foul during the match."
Alternatives: "foul play" or "violate the rules."
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There are several dozen ways to commit a foul.
Derby win it back, United commit a foul in midfield.
As Felipe Melo puts it: "If I have to commit a foul, I will.
"I think that the referee was waiting for Skrtel to commit a foul," said the Trabzonspor defender.
When Minnesota threatened a comeback after two Xavier turnovers in the final four minutes, Crawford stole the ball, forcing the frustrated Gophers to commit a foul.
He is the only starting England player yet to commit a foul at these Euros, fine work from a covering player.
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They cheered whenever Childs committed a foul.
No one commits a foul anymore.
Moments later, he committed a foul trying to draw a charge on Wade.
He commits a foul on Martin Skrtel, then there is a little kick.
Officials can also use the monitor to determine which player committed a foul.
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