nought
Example Sentences
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After 10 balls on nought he began the counter, often advancing down the pitch.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Before Kemp's assault, Sophia Dunkley, who has a high score of 26 in five knocks for England this season, was caught behind for 10, having already been dropped on nought.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
History has taught you that pouring out your time, energy and emotions will similarly come to nought.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
The veteran strike weapon delivered as he has so many times before, enticing a thick edge from Zak Crawley that Usman Khawaja did well to collect down low at slip, the opener gone for nought.
From Barron's • Nov. 21, 2025
But there’s nought to go with them but a few herbs.’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
