spinner

Example Sentences

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Here his first runs came with a six over long-on and he followed by hitting India spinner Axar Patel for four over extra cover and another six over long-on.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

All-rounder Danielle Gibson, pace bowler Issy Wong and 18-year-old spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman received deals in excess of £100,000 in the inaugural Hundred auction.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 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

He was popular and successful, and plate spinner that he was, he was also starting to think about bigger things—namely, running for the U.S.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama