ricocheted
Example Sentences
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His words immediately ricocheted around the internet, as it’s generally understood that humans are the victimizers in such situations.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2026
But then he appeared to backtrack after his critique made headlines and ricocheted around social media.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026
As the scramble has played out, rumors and fearmongering have ricocheted across Wall Street.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2026
The ball ricocheted off its intended course, but Rojas nabbed it with his bare hand, throwing it to first where a lunging Freeman caught it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
It rebounded on the balls of Mulch’s thumbs and ricocheted back into the goblin’s head.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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