lob
verb (used with object)
to hit (a ball) in a high arc to the back of the opponent's court.
has lobbed
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present perfectof lob (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Now, one of PayPal’s rivals has lobbed a buyout offer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
No one has lobbed accusations of criminality at a local campaign opponent yet.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 7, 2020
Some accusations the president has lobbed can be proved.
From Fox News ● Oct. 17, 2019
Mechanic is not the only academy member who has lobbed public criticism at the group in recent months, however.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 20, 2018
While Brooks has lobbed the threat of changing things in the past, Beal believes his coach has finally reached the end of just talking tough.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 9, 2018
