underhand
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Dick Dastardly was a character in 1960s animated TV series Wacky Races - and several other cartoons and films since - who would try to win by utilising underhand tactics.
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024
As he was leaving the field, a frustrated López hoisted his glove high into the air with an underhand toss.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024
One bailiff said he was incentivised to use underhand tactics.
From BBC • Jan. 22, 2024
Finally, the coach held a ball high over his head and announced: “Wouldn’t want anyone else in the world leading us,” and flipped an underhand pass to Stafford as the team erupted.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2023
Bella drew the ball back underhand and launched it like a softball pitch.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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