foul
sports
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In sports, a foul is an infringement of the rules. This can involve illegal contact, such as a handball in soccer, or unsportsmanlike conduct, like arguing with an official, which is a technical foul in basketball. Fouls can also be deliberate, known as a professional foul, committed to stop an opponent's attack. Committing too many fouls can lead to a player being in foul trouble, potentially resulting in penalties like free throws or even being removed from the game.
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