javelin

Example Sentences

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There was a lion’s roar from the sky, and something like a thin javelin shot past Christopher and stuck into the side of the boat.

From Literature

Yamamoto picked up his javelins and carried them back to the clubhouse.

From Los Angeles Times

Brits was a world champion javelin thrower in her youth before a road accident curtailed that career.

From BBC

The United Arab Emirates thrower had been set to compete in the F34 shot put, discus and javelin events.

From BBC

“She’s able to throw the ball far and makes good decisions,” said Baker, who is also on the track and field team, specializing in triple jump, hurdles and javelin.

From Los Angeles Times