balls

Example Sentences

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Because their crystal balls get foggy—especially during boom times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The truth is that besides launching majestic fly balls that soar into the deepest regions of the outfield stands, Murakami doesn’t do much else.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

"It was just a combination of everything, just missing silly balls and it's difficult when you don't know how the balls will come off the cushion," said Selby.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

“I always play the ad side, he’s always played the deuce court. I think the key was big serves ... they make it easy for the net person to put balls away.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Baseballs are too small, soccer balls too heavy, but basketballs are just right.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko