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lobbing

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒb.ɪŋ]

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Learn how to use lobbing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) lobbing means to throw something in a high arc, like tossing a ball in the air so it comes down gently. It’s like when you toss a ball over someone’s head so it lands softly on the other side.

Example

She is lobbing the ball over the net during the game.

Example

He didn't lob the ball; he threw it too hard and it went out of bounds.

Example

Are you going to start lobbing the ball instead of throwing it straight?

Context: “sports”

(verb) lobbing can also refer to hitting or tossing a ball in a way that goes high and far, making it difficult for the opponent to reach. It's often used in sports like tennis or soccer.

Example

During the match, he scored a point by lobbing the ball over the opponent's head.

Example

She missed the chance to score because she did not lob the ball correctly.

Example

Have you ever tried lobbing the ball to confuse your opponent?

Context: “communication”

(verb) lobbing can also mean sending a message or an idea in a way that might cause a reaction, like throwing out a suggestion to see how others react.

Example

He was lobbing ideas during the meeting to see which ones everyone liked.

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She wasn't lobbing any new ideas; she kept repeating the same suggestions.

Example

What do you think about lobbing your proposal to the group?

How to pronounce lobbing

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒb.ɪŋ]

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