ball up

Example Sentences

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He has been criticised for his all-round play, with questions about whether his ability holding the ball up and linking play is good enough for an Arsenal team.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

When Deandre Ayton blocked a shot at the rim with 7:18 remaining in the second quarter Friday, LeBron James corralled the rebound and pushed the ball up the court.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

They are better positioned to play the ball up the pitch quickly into the attackers.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

His advice to Contreras for whenever the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge came to the plate was simply to keep the ball up and away, then pound him hard inside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

I ball up the paper and tear out a new sheet.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila