foul
Example Sentences
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It was Van Dijk's foul on Nico O'Reilly which gave Erling Haaland the opportunity to kickstart City's demolition job from the penalty spot after 39 minutes.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Auriemma confronted Staley over a perceived pregame handshake slight and also criticized officials for foul calls during the game.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Doncic, who was suspended for Monday’s game against the Washington Wizards because of technical foul accumulation, had his league-leading 16th 40-point game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Doncic had just been called for an offensive foul while the Lakers were attempting to inbound the ball.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026
But I was getting used to the foul moods, even learning to read them a bit.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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