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pitching

American  
[pich-ing] / ˈpɪtʃ ɪŋ /

noun

pitchings plural
  1. the act of revetting or paving with small stones.

  2. stones so used.


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Etymology

Origin of pitching

First recorded in 1685–95; pitch 1 + -ing 1

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Pitching availability has always been an issue in the WBC, an unfortunate consequence of holding the event in the middle of March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Pitching coach Mark Prior said he could “absolutely” envision it during an appearance on the “Dan Patrick Show” last month.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

Pitching versus the Astros on June 21, he struck out 10 across 6 ⅔ innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2025

Pitching coach Mark Prior said Sasaki will face the Chicago White Sox in a “hybrid B game” on Tuesday while left-hander Blake Snell starts the major league exhibition game against the Seattle Mariners.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2025

Pitching up and down as the horse runs, it offers little for the jockey to grab to avoid plunging to the ground and under the horse’s hooves.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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