fumble
Example Sentences
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Therefore, a fumble recovery and successful conversion, tying the game.
From Los Angeles Times
Near the end of the second quarter, Curl forced former Rams receiver Cooper Kupp to fumble the ball out of the end zone for a touchback, preserving the lead.
From Los Angeles Times
They ended another drive by losing a fumble.
There is mounting evidence that in both the Eaton and Palisades infernos, fumbles by fire department personnel contributed to disastrous consequences.
From Los Angeles Times
BMA resident doctor leader Dr Jack Fletcher said the "resounding response" should leave the health secretary in no doubt about how badly he has just fumbled his opportunity to end industrial action.
From BBC
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