curveball

Example Sentences

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Not wanting to overload Soriano, the Angels had him focus on his sinker and curveball, his two best pitches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Here’s what you’ve already missed, what’s still on the table—and some curveball alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Ohtani used a wide range of his arsenal Friday, landing an especially effective curveball for a called third strike against Heliot Ramos in the fourth inning.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

The Oscar for best short action film was announced by comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani, who took the curveball in his stride.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

I wind up like a pitcher and throw a curveball that doesn’t break.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner