noun
Etymology
Origin of racquet
Variant of racket 2
Example Sentences
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"He won't know how the ball comes off the racquet or the different problems that he possesses."
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
Numerous attempts to shoo them away, including Sampras batting his racquet at them, failed, and the match had to be suspended.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Williams' return is fuelled by a desire for her two young daughters with husband Alexis Ohanian to see her in a competitive environment before she finally hangs up her racquet for good.
From Barron's ● Jun. 8, 2026
Sinner took lengthy off-court breaks at the end of each set, but continued to struggle, walking gingerly, wincing and hunching over his racquet between points.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
When the club reopens the first week of January, I put my skirt on and grab my racquet.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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