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El banquillo
This noun refers to the seating area for substitute players and coaching staff during a game. A player 'on the bench' is not currently playing. It's also used metaphorically for being out of action.
Examples in context
El jugador estuvo en el banquillo.
The player was on the bench.
El entrenador hizo cambios desde el banquillo.
The coach made changes from the bench.
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