curve ball

Example Sentences

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Whatever curve ball is coming, you have to roll with it.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

OK, so this is a bit of a curve ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025

Connecting on a hanging curve ball, he sent his homer over the wall in left field to set off a wild celebration on the field and in the stands of Classic Park.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2024

Even before U.S. markets kick off on Monday, China's ongoing property bust threw another curve ball at stocks markets there.

From Reuters • Sep. 25, 2023

He decided to use a high curve ball over the plate and let Prince hit, trusting to luck and the players behind him.

From The Young Pitcher by Grey, Zane