balls

Example Sentences

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"We are calling balls and strikes as best we can."

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

The problem was most of those balls were on the ground, resulting in lots of routine outs instead of balls soaring toward the bleachers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

"There are many things one would like to say or ask for, like life itself. But well, I'd appreciate help with sports equipment," he said, citing a need for balls, vests, cones and football boots.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

With England set 373 for victory, Stokes promoted himself to open and hit 30 off 20 balls in his final innings before he was caught by Daryl Mitchell off Foulkes.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Racks of weights, stability balls, and resistance bands are stocked along the edges of the room.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day