Example Sentences

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Given the proficiency of modern bats, even mishits can travel considerable distances, justifying Gavaskar's concern.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2024

Women’s Open earlier this month, she’s been scouting the course to see how the turf plays and for areas that are more forgivable for mishits.

From Washington Times • Jun. 22, 2022

Raphinha slides a clever ball through to Alioski, who tries to pick out Rodrigo but mishits his cross over the bar.

From The Guardian • Dec. 27, 2020

It also might be one indication why driving distance has increased: Slight mishits that might have lost distance in the past are now blasting off the face very much like center hits.

From Golf Digest • Jan. 29, 2019

“The way he strikes the ball, the way he passes; he very rarely mishits the ball. When you play against Wayne Rooney, you always have to be ready.”

From Washington Post • May 17, 2018