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Discover Ludwig"curve ball" is a correct and commonly used phrase in written English.
It is used to describe a situation, usually in sports, that is unexpected or difficult to manage. For example: "The team wasn't prepared for the curve ball their opponents threw at them and ended up losing the game."
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Curve: Ball.
Or looking for a curve ball.
Joyce threw in the curve ball.
I couldn't hit a curve ball.
We start with a curve ball.
Of course, Drysdale also throws a fast curve ball.
She doesn't know how to throw a curve ball.
But then, Carver hits you with a curve ball.
"Each one seems to have its own curve ball.
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Throw a Crazy-Curve Ball.
And then along comes new single Good Man – a total curve-ball.
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