fouls
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of fouls
Example Sentences
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Roebuck finished with 29 points and was punishing the Wolverines with his strength driving and drawing fouls.
From Los Angeles Times
The Badgers committed six fouls in the first quarter and the Bruins capitalized for seven points from the free-throw line.
From Los Angeles Times
That was held up as a great breach of etiquette, instigating calls for additional officials and even video reviews in a sport where competitors have traditionally called their own fouls.
From Los Angeles Times
Every two additional technical fouls for the remainder of the season will bring Brooks another one-game suspension without pay.
From Barron's
Even guard NaVorro Bowman, who scored 25 points, is using his strength to draw fouls and head to the free-throw line.
From Los Angeles Times
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