Example Sentences

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But after missing several big chances at Newcastle, Haaland drew a blank again, fluffing his lines with a poor touch that allowed Flekken to save when he should have hit the target.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

The eagle awoke and shook out its feathers, fluffing the straw surrounding the trio of eggs as the camera zoomed in.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2025

The simple act of tidying piles and cushions, folding blankets and fluffing pillows can quickly improve the look of a space, says New Jersey-based interior designer Jeffrey Phillips.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 28, 2023

Chelsea fully deserved their win, although they squandered several big opportunities before Raheem Sterling made the breakthrough after 43 minutes, firing past Dortmund keeper Alexander Meyer after initially fluffing his shot.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2023

I smiled and bounced heartily on the railcar bench, fluffing up my washed-out, red-checkered dress.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan