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bowling

[boh-ling] / ˈboʊ lɪŋ /


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Kemp is set to return to bowling in these matches, something she has not done in a competitive match since January 2025 because of repeated back issues.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Kemp would provide left-arm angle and Gibson, who only recently returned to bowling after a back stress fracture of her own, some bustle.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Brooke Halliday and Maddy Green withstood Bell's spell in helpful bowling conditions to add 57 for the fourth wicket, as the former finished unbeaten on 42 with support from Izzy Gaze's 22 not out.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Yes, the 1985 Steven Spielberg adventure, early in which Mikey, from his porch, opens the front gate for Chunk using a device that employs a bowling ball, bucket, balloon, chicken, football, and sprinkler.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“I want to see quick feet and clean contact. No bowling each other over, just good defense,” Coach said.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan



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