curveball
Example Sentences
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In September, however, the same 6-3 majority threw another curveball.
But when people see his fastball and 12-to-6 curveball, they can only conclude he’s a pitcher to watch.
From Los Angeles Times
But the government shutdown threw her — and thousands of other travelers — a massive curveball this week.
From Los Angeles Times
He forced Dalton Varsho to ground into a force out at home, only to throw a curveball to Ernie Clement that was driven to the wall in left field.
From Los Angeles Times
Dodger Stadium is where Kershaw first made his big-league debut back in May 2008, as a highly anticipated left-handed prospect with a big curveball and quiet demeanor.
From Los Angeles Times
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