the forward pack on a rugby union team NEW ZEALAND, 1998.
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the rhythm section of a band TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, 1990.
3
the mid-boat rowers in an eight-person racing shell US, 1949
engine room
The main source of talent, power, or ability in a team or group, likened to the room that houses a ship's engine. Sarah is our engine room, so with her injured, I'm not sure how we'll be able to win on Saturday.