Example Sentences
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In the NFC championship game, returner Xavier Smith muffed a punt that was recovered by the Seahawks, who scored on the next play.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026
An errant snap or muffed catch can delay placement by one- or two-tenths of a second.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2024
It will come as little surprise that the goalies in the crease, drawing on years of experience and wearing the right gear for the task, easily turned aside nearly all of the muffed penalty shots.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024
The Crimson Tide had touchdown drives of 44 and 55 yards, the first of which came after a muffed punt and the latter following the third of four Wolverine three-and-outs.
From Washington Times • Jan. 2, 2024
I’ve memorized the bell schedule so that I can always be prepared to hold my hands over my muffed ears.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
