crossbar
Example Sentences
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McKechnie stepped up and blasted a powerful strike... against the upper side of the crossbar.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
"They have a lot of thoughts in their head right now," added Collins, who hit the crossbar early in the game.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
“She takes all the five meters and I trust her with every play,” San Pedro coach Stephanie Cuevas said of Mahi, who had two other shots bang off the crossbar.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026
Midfielder Marc Casado struck the crossbar with a deflected effort as Barca could have opened up a wider lead.
From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026
Dr. Blankenship called after them as they tottered away with Lydia perched on the crossbar.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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