skidded

Example Sentences

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The ball skidded against the dirt and deflected off the base over Bryce Harper’s head.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The victims' vehicle, which was leading an official convoy of five cars, skidded off the road and plunged into a ravine, he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

In recent days, those same energy shares skidded when it appeared the conflict might be resolved sooner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

It reportedly skidded off the runway and hit vehicles on a nearby motorway.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

They both looked up in surprise when I skidded to a stop next to them.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia