spinner

Example Sentences

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This year marks 10 years since spinner Sophie Ecclestone's England debut, and yet she is only 27.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

When considering the bigger picture, the most significant part of the one-day international series against New Zealand was the arrival of 18-year-old spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman on the international stage.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Bell finished with an impressive 2-23 while Linsey Smith bowled a remarkable spell of 1-10, but her fellow left-arm spinner Ecclestone was targeted as she conceded 34 from three wicketless overs.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Root and Bethell are reasonable options if England need a spinner to hold an end.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

“But if we’re going to play Sherlock Holmes, we need to go spin that spinner and dig up more clues.”

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein