bowl over

Example Sentences

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Start by whisking a few yolks with some lemon juice in a bowl over gently simmering water — you want steam, not direct heat.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2025

The Oilers used their size to bowl over the smaller Kings and they capitalized on their first power play to take a 2-0 lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2023

He finished by kneeling on stage, hands clasped in front of him as if in prayer, and poured water from a bowl over his forehead.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2022

"Jimmy has the ability to bowl over the wicket and swing the ball both ways," 32-year-old Finn, who played 36 Tests, explained.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2021

He carried his bowl over in the corner where little William was playing by Sammy’s cradle.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham