lob
Example Sentences
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Playing with variety and spin, Chwalinska can lob, drop shot and moonball her opponents to distraction, but she can also hit with pace to finish off points quickly.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
He’s used that same platform to lob explosive accusations at critics and allies alike, blowing up a professional and personal relationship with President Donald Trump by tying him to the Epstein files.
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
She has been in electric form for Chelsea in recent weeks, including scoring an audacious lob in their Women's Champions League quarter-final defeat by Arsenal.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Two days off between games left James looking spry, with lob dunks and dunks on the fast break contributing to his 21 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
He grabbed the boot off the ground and stood, bringing it up over his head, ready to lob it at his brothers again.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
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