spinner

Example Sentences

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England's early exit from the Women's T20 World Cup just under 18 months ago prompted former spinner Alex Hartley to say some players were "letting the team down" in terms of fitness.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The G-Force Test Facility is a spinner that’s pitched as an astronaut training experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

The West Indies took 17 off the first over, bowled by left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

New Zealand were struggling to read Maheesh Theekshana as the spinner claimed 3-9 in his first three overs.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

But before I could respond to it, the spinner ground his metal heel into the stone, and sparks flew into the air.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri