volley

Example Sentences

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It didn’t take very long for investors to react to this latest volley, with all three major U.S. stock indexes extending their declines on Monday.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

Pape Sarr carelessly surrendered possession on the edge of his own area and Bukayo Saka crossed towards Eze, who took a touch before netting with an agile volley from 10 yards.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The pick of the goals was Yamal's strike, an impressive volley from Olmo's cross to secure Barca's triumph.

From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026

A double fault at deuce when 5-3 down gave King a third match point - and Riggs sent a volley into the net to confirm her victory.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025

For a split second, Dr. Thorn was taken by surprise, so his first volley of missiles zipped harmlessly over our heads.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan