pitching

American  

[pich-ing] / ˈpɪtʃ ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of revetting or paving with small stones.

2. stones so used.

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Etymology

Origin of pitching

First recorded in 1685–95; pitch ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Dimon is also pitching to have JPMorgan run the initial public offering for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which could happen this year.

From The Wall Street Journal

The women began excitedly pitching book titles to match the theme.

From Los Angeles Times

When hurling down the ball with a wobbling seam rather than looking to hoop it, some deliveries jag unpredictably off the surface after pitching.

From BBC

Bankers say their teams have been busy in recent weeks pitching companies to be a lead adviser on their IPOs next year, marking a pickup in activity.

From The Wall Street Journal

About a month after her commencement speech, she was pitching a Harker student for a check.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• casting