curveball »
A forespin pitch thrown by rotating the index and middle fingers down and resulting in motion down "curve".
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hand in hand »
Holding or clasping hands.
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screw back »
To cue the cue ball in such a way as to impart backspin. On impact, the ball will follow a reverse trajectory according to the spin.
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spin a yarn »
To tell or create a story, especially one which is lengthy or far-fetched.
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spin doctor »
news manager
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spin one's wheels »
To make no progress despite making an effort; to get nowhere.
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spine-tingling »
Nervy or scary.
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stand up »
To stand immediately behind the wicket so as to catch balls from a slow or spin bowler, and to attempt to stump the batsman.
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take a spin »
To go for a ride; especially, to try riding or driving something.
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