bats
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of bats
Example Sentences
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Dino saved all the signed bats and batting gloves that Brady and Trey won off Pujols and Trout, storing them in a room full of baseball memorabilia.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
The collection also will include baseballs, bats and a limited run of Topps trading cards that promise to feature KAWS’ interpretation of Dodgers and Yankees iconography.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
The virus normally infects animals, typically fruit bats, but outbreaks among humans can sometimes start when people eat or handle infected animals.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
The virus responsible for the disease, SARS-CoV-2, is closely related to coronaviruses found in bats.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 24, 2026
“I don’t know what’s got into you two today. Frantic as bats outta torment.”
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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