throw wide
Example Sentences
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The freshman’s lone interception came on a throw wide of wide receiver Denzel Boston that sophomore cornerback Davon Banks easily snared.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 8, 2023
However, he misfired badly, pulling his throw wide of the bag even after a diving effort by Freeman.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2022
Sam Schweitez air-balled a free throw wide right late in the first half.
From Washington Times • Nov. 14, 2015
Pineda fielded the play cleanly but briefly turned his head toward Leonys Martin, who was headed to third base, before launching a throw wide of first base.
From New York Times • May 22, 2015
The housemaids would open up the house, throw wide the windows, draw back the curtains.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
