Also means
to beat a player with the ball
Usage Note
ausdribbeln is a separable verb common in football and basketball commentary: er dribbelte den Torwart aus (he dribbled past the goalkeeper). The prefix aus- adds the sense of 'outmaneuvering' rather than merely dribbling.
Examples
"Der junge Spieler dribbelte gleich drei Gegner aus und traf dann ins Netz."
Natural Translation
The young player dribbled past three opponents and then hit the net.
Literal Translation
The young player dribbled three opponents out and hit then into the net.
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