Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

bowling

[boh-ling] / ˈboʊ lɪŋ /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

However, Stokes' bowling average is much better when is he leading England - taking his wickets at 28 apiece as captain, opposed to nearly 33 when not.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

I like this seam bowling attack as a whole.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Robinson showed his full array of skills to find seam movement up the slope, bowling Mitchell, who offered no shot.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The common view is that bowling is England's strength going into the World Cup, though they have conceded 180 or more in two of these three matches.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

“Well, after Robert told me a bit about what happened this afternoon, I asked him what he wanted to do and he said he wanted to stay with you, bowling on Saturday mornings.”

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge



Vocabulary lists containing bowling


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "bowling" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com