javelin
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He had previously represented the United Arab Emirates at the Rio Paralympics when he competed in the javelin and shotput.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
The Venezuelans practically turned the art of the bat flip into a javelin toss.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
Look no further than shortstop Mookie Betts this week lauding the effects of throwing a javelin.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
A crossover star “changes everything,” said Justin Phongsavanh, a U.S. javelin thrower.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2024
Cephalus looking keenly around saw something move in the thicket ahead and threw the javelin.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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