What does the timeout signal do?

Pauses play.

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  1. Pauses play ✔
  2. Starts a new inning
  3. Awards a run

Why: The timeout signal is used when play must be paused.

Huh, didn't know that: The timeout signal is used when play must be paused.

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Timeout gives the game a time out.
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Answer: Pauses play. The timeout signal is used when play must be paused.

  1. Scouting America: Sports www.scouting.org/merit-badges/sports
    Used when a batter hits a foul ball or when play must be paused.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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