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Altadena was where people raised chickens before it was trendy, where no one batted an eye at the neighbors with a pet dingo, or thought much about the so-called haunted road said to defy gravity.

From Los Angeles Times

What followed was an outstanding display of batting elegance, belying Bethell's years and experience.

From BBC

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner on Tuesday batted away questions over the managerial vacancy at Manchester United, saying cryptically he is "not allowed to bet".

From Barron's

Series defeats in India and Pakistan in 2024 were explained by historical struggles batting against and bowling spin.

From BBC

When they do come to bat, it will take a remarkable rearguard to avoid a fourth defeat of a desperately disappointing series.

From BBC