outstretched
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But when Boozer tried to throw a pass across half-court to a wide-open teammate, Demary’s outstretched hand deflected the ball and began to make the miracle possible.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Painted in about 1598, it shows Barberini as a bearded cleric apparently issuing instructions with his right hand outstretched.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
A gesture that is seen throughout the film is for Seyfried to reach out, arms outstretched.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
It is surrounded by colorful animals who are repairing the robot as it holds a red, yellow and blue parrot in its outstretched hand.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026
The Estrie watched the girl fall, arms outstretched, the longing for wings so clear on her face.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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Vocabulary lists containing outstretched
"A Poison Tree"
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"The Tragedy of Hamlet," Vocabulary from Act 2
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Selection Vocabulary 1, Unit 6
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