batted

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In one text chain admitted as evidence, Altman, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and other Microsoft executives batted about potential members of the new board as part of negotiations for Altman’s return.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

At the end of his career, right-handers at the plate batted a measly .204 against him.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Dorofeyev, who also scored on a power play in the first period, batted a Jack Eichel pass just inside the left post to end the longest game of the series.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

There were shades of difference among the commentators, but they mostly batted for the same team.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

When he was about six inches away, he stuck out his paw, closed his eyes and batted at the object tentatively.

From "Bunnicula" by Deborah Howe and James Howe