the box
Example Sentences
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"In and around the box; his ball carrying; his little plays; the connections; his creativity; the way he handles the ball - he's got natural ability," said Carrick.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“It’s an abuse, a lack of respect,” said Ruano Ortega, spokesperson for the box owners’ association.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Playing in a deeper role instead of the box crasher he has become, he came in for special treatment.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
With the Wayans brothers firmly back in the driver’s seat, horror parody “Scary Movie” muscled its way past He-Man for the top spot at the box office this weekend.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
She crawled backward out of the box and went to the front window.
From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan
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