dribble

Example Sentences

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Illinois coach Brad Underwood’s ideal athlete is tall but agile, with a smooth dribble and a clean jump shot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

One sample: “Chuck Norris can dribble a bowling ball.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The gifted Barcelona forward failed to even dribble past Hall, and was ultimately restricted to just a single effort from open play from a tight angle.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

His dribble success is down to 23% this season compared to 56% in his first season.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

Ben pretended to dribble a basketball down the street while his father pretended to guard him.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy