strong safety
noun
: a safety in football who plays opposite the strong side of an offensive formation
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In restaurants with strong safety programs, employees are taught to act quickly during recalls—checking stock, isolating affected items, and adjusting menus.
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Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Another former Raven, strong safety DeShon Elliott, remains a violent hitter in run support.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 14 Nov. 2024
One of those is former Tucson Sabino wide receiver/strong safety Shamar Berryhill.
—Richard Obert, The Arizona Republic, 11 Aug. 2024
Candidates: DeVonta Smith, Red Morgan, King Mack • Rover: The strong safety.
—Kennington Smith Iii, The Athletic, 21 Aug. 2024
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Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Another former Raven, strong safety DeShon Elliott, remains a violent hitter in run support.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 14 Nov. 2024
One of those is former Tucson Sabino wide receiver/strong safety Shamar Berryhill.
—Richard Obert, The Arizona Republic, 11 Aug. 2024
Candidates: DeVonta Smith, Red Morgan, King Mack • Rover: The strong safety.
—Kennington Smith Iii, The Athletic, 21 Aug. 2024
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“Strong safety.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strong%20safety. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
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