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A moment to remember for Ermin Mahmic as he lashed a volley into the Switzerland net after a corner was only punched out to the edge of the box.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
Messi, who drove Argentina to their third World Cup crown in Qatar four years ago, lashed in the penalty as the reigning champions eased to a 3-0 win.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
Arsenal finished the first half with the lead—after Kai Havertz lashed home a goal in the 6th minute—and just 26% of the ball.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 30, 2026
In response, the president defended the fund and lashed out at its critics.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
The poles were all even—unlike Anya’s crooked and twisting poles at home—and lashed at the corners with more colorful ribbon.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
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