free throw
Example Sentences
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Brunson snatched up the ball, drew a foul and made a free throw.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
It’s OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, and Mitchell Robinson’s defense offsetting his free throw adventures.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
As Luka Doncic’s scoring total crept up with each step-back three, free throw or fadeaway shot, the cheers grew louder, coming from every corner from fans dressed in every color.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
With the Lakers down by three with 5.2 seconds left, Reaves was fouled and made the first free throw.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
That made everyone laugh—except the Beast, who turned from the free throw line and walked calmly, with the ball, toward us.
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
