Windies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Windies
from the abbreviation W. Indies
Example Sentences
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The rising star of English cricket had not passed 50 in any format since making 82 against the Windies at the end of May.
From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025
Perhaps more concerning was the exposure of the balance of the team, which admittedly looked a strong formula against the Windies.
From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025
On his T20 debut, Matthew Potts had Windies captain Shai Hope caught at mid-on for three before a stand of 58 between Evin Lewis and Roston Chase kept the tourists in the game.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
In a contest made even more one-sided by the absence of Windies skipper Hayley Matthews because of a shoulder injury, the tourists trudged to 223 all out in 45.4 overs in reply.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025
Lamb was playing an unfamiliar role, coming to the crease in the 36th over, but captain Sciver-Brunt whacked six fours and a six from the wilting Windies bowlers as England passed 300 with ease.
From BBC • May 30, 2025
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