skidded

Example Sentences

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The ball skidded against the dirt and deflected off the base over Bryce Harper’s head.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The victims' vehicle, which was leading an official convoy of five cars, skidded off the road and plunged into a ravine, he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Back in April, the S&P 500 skidded to the edge of bear-market territory, defined as a drop of 20% or more.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

As Niall Treacy skidded out of the men's 500m heats on Monday morning, British hopes at the short track speed skating were finally put out of their misery.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

They both looked up in surprise when I skidded to a stop next to them.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia