Windies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Windies
from the abbreviation W. Indies
Example Sentences
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Against the impressive Windies, Tom Banton also chipped a catch to extra cover pushing a drive off Motie, while Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks were bowled and pinned lbw respectively playing from the crease.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026
When fans invaded the pitch after the Windies defeated Australia by 17 runs, Bird's famous white hat – specially made by a firm in Luton – was taken from his head.
From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025
Brook's winning start - wins in three ODIs and three T20s against the Windies - was supposed to be the start of an upturn.
From BBC • Sep. 2, 2025
It is unfamiliar territory for England, who are so dominant at home - prior to the Windies series, they had won 79.3% of their completed white-ball games at home since 2020.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2025
He took England's first wicket in the powerplay and, with the game in the balance, returned to claim another three through the middle as the Windies collapsed from 91-2 in the 10th over to 115-6.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
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