curve ball

Noun

Meaning

a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter

Source: WordNet

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curve-ball

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Examples

And a hanging curve ball often ends up in the bleachers. Source: Internet

Haniger gave the Mariners the lead by lining Saupold's curve ball down the left field line, scoring Guillermo Heredia. Source: Internet

Getting comfortable with a knuckle curve ball grip can take practice. Source: Internet

Hildreth walked, and both runners moved up a base when Herrick threw a curve ball to Baumann — who was trying to bunt — for a wild pitch. Source: Internet

Whether it is a surprise birthday party or wining a descent chunk of change from a scratch off, life always finds a way to throw a curve ball or two. Source: Internet

For example, if you anticipate that you will not be stressed about the state exams but feel yourself becoming more and more anxious the closer it approaches, then you are more likely to be caught with a curve ball. Source: Internet

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