dribble

Example Sentences

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Underwood’s ideal athlete was tall but agile, with a smooth dribble and a clean jump shot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

One sample: “Chuck Norris can dribble a bowling ball.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

It was from these areas that at Stuttgart he often showcased a unique ability - for someone so tall to dribble past defenders and link up with those around him.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

The distance between Amad and his full-back allowed him to dribble at the defender unopposed before assisting Bryan Mbeumo.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

Holly summoned the final dribble of magic from the base of her skull.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer