ball

Example Sentences

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There was a dropped pop fly in foul territory, a misplayed ball in center that went for a triple by Phoenix Call, wild pitches and walks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

That pride radiated off of her in late March as she bounced around the Observatory stage like a lottery ball in an air blower.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Almost six years later, the British crew were awarded their bronze medals at a Team GB ball in 2019.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

And yet, every time, Lucy yanked the ball away at the last moment, leaving Charlie Brown flying helplessly through the air.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Jonah tried to steal the ball from her, but she saw him coming and jerked it out of reach.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix