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What is Lift (lob) in Badminton?

An underarm shot from the forecourt sent high and deep, usually defensive — it concedes the attack but resets the rally and pushes the opponent to the back of the court.

Example: Forced low at the net, he could only lift and brace for the smash.

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RallyShuttlecock (shuttle)SmashClearDrop shotNet shotDriveKill
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