Translations for „curve ball“ in the English » German Dictionary

ˈcurve ball N Am (in baseball)

curve ball

Effetball m spec

to throw sb a curve ball fig

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to pitch a curve ball

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to throw sb a curve ball fig

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Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

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A curve ball that spins 30 times a second can break as much as 17 inches.

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But then the universe hurled a wicked curve ball my way.

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They have been known to throw the odd curve ball, alright.

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In addition, he throws an excellent occasional overhand tight curve ball, and a changeup which has good action.

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This allowed him to throw an effective curve ball, and a deceptive fast ball and change-up.

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But that wasn't before a harrowing curve ball was thrown her way.

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It's a big curve ball for all of us.

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Although they've had months to perfect their presentation, the competition adds a curve ball.

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And she taught me to throw a curve ball.

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Bob credited his success to a super fastball and an outstanding curve ball.

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