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bowl (verb)

To move rapidly and smoothly in a specific direction, often in a vehicle. It also refers to the action of throwing a ball toward a target in sports like cricket or ten-pin bowling.

💬 Example

"We bowled along the empty highway as the sun began to set."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Ball' that is 'Bold' and 'Rolls'—that is how you 'Bowl'.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
roll hurtle speed career whiz
⚠️ Common Mistakes

I was bowled by his talent. → I was bowled over by his talent.

The car was bowling the street. → The car was bowling along the street.

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