cricket
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.
There was a time when baseball shared the title of “national pastime” with cricket, an import from England that crossed the Atlantic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Warner, who retired from international cricket in 2024, is currently captain of Pakistan Super League side Karachi Kings.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
It was a low-key end to a match which contained some excellent, competitive cricket and from which both sides will take plenty of positive.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
The extent of the damage at the Riverside, an international cricket venue, has not yet been disclosed.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
The only things on TV were cricket where nobody scored and a western where nobody shot anyone.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing cricket
Save Me a Seat
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
South Asia - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
South Asia - Middle School and High School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!