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bowling

[boh-ling] / ˈboʊ lɪŋ /


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It has its own bowling alley and two swimming pools.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Ben Duckett had 12 when Rachin Ravindra out down a simple chance at mid-wicket off the bowling of Jamieson.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

After the home side lost a crucial toss and were hustled out for only 140, it was vital they made use of the favourable bowling conditions after two lengthy rain delays.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

For all the attention on England's batting, it is the seam bowling that is in a bigger state of flux, and a new-look attack had to deliver on Thursday evening.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“Yeah, you think you’re a human bowling ball, or what?”

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt



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