hit the deck
Example Sentences
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Pages held on as Hernández hit the deck.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2025
His audacious overhead kick called Joe Hart into a punch before Martin Boyle hit the deck in search of his own penalty, while Lewis Miller's later effort skimmed inches wide.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2024
It took a controversial penalty to swing the tie in the hosts' favour, Brentford complaining bitterly as Pedro Neto hit the deck.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2024
Taylor couldn't afford a knockdown and almost hit the deck in the final moments after some big shots from Cameron.
From BBC • Nov. 25, 2023
Dry like leaves, rattling as it hit the deck.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
