Example Sentences
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The winner came from the second phase of a corner, before Rogers had a long shot parried into Bellingham's path.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
The sequence started with Pedro Porro sending a cross into the box for Dani Olmo, whose shot was parried away by Courtois.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
When I asked Mr. Cornyn about it, he parried the question.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026
Their defence was unlocked again when Chasity Grant raced behind Liverpool's backline and played in Kirsty Hanson, while Daly added a third when she pounced on a parried save by Kirby.
From BBC ● Dec. 11, 2025
I parried these questions without giving him much information.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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