playing ball
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That didn’t bother Malone, who cared only about playing ball and being remunerated for his efforts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
Drafted in May 1952, he spent the next two seasons playing ball in khaki, then was discharged in March 1954, just in time to have the finest season of his career.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2024
Boys in particular mentioned outdoor leisure spaces, such as playing ball in the backyard or walking the dog.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2024
His friend, David Rodríguez, agreed, saying "El Gato" was a "kid who should have been playing ball in the park".
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2024
“In gym, playing ball, I get called for fouls all the time. But nobody is called when I’m fouled.”
From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
