Edge
Edge noun - The more favorable condition or position in a competition.
Usage example: my big feet give me something of an edge in swimming
Penalty
Penalty noun - A sum of money to be paid as a punishment.
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
- Over the years they have included firing the ball out to the edge of the penalty box for a long shot, moving all but your best player away from the near post then having the corner taken there, the same but the back post.
Source: Good Bad Bugs / Sports Game
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