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Recent Examples of backhand
Schmitt opened the inning with a grounder to deep third base that Mayo couldn’t handle on the backhand and it was ruled a single.
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Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
But Casey Mittelstadt was there and made a nifty two-foot backhand pass to Pavel Zacha, who had an easy goal for his 29th.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Tippett opened the scoring, completing a forehand-backhand move off a pass from Sanheim with less than seven minutes remaining in the first period.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Kyle Chyzowski, whose backhand put the Pios up 2-0?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
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Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
But Casey Mittelstadt was there and made a nifty two-foot backhand pass to Pavel Zacha, who had an easy goal for his 29th.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Tippett opened the scoring, completing a forehand-backhand move off a pass from Sanheim with less than seven minutes remaining in the first period.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Kyle Chyzowski, whose backhand put the Pios up 2-0?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for backhand
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National Archives and Records Administration The exhibit features a number of historic papers, including an original engraving of the Declaration of Independence, printed from a copperplate of the original.—
Anna Alejo,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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For this work, the artist used a scraper on copperplate with determined strength, creating a print with a range of tone similar to watercolor.—
Peter Saenger,
WSJ,
27 Aug. 2021
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Pennsylvania is now requiring all public and private schools to teach cursive, joining a growing number of states reversing course after many districts phased it out in favor of technology.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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My first tattoo was 'chrissylunamiles' in a subtle heart-monitor-like cursive on my right arm to honor my growing family.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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If your larger pieces are already in the perfect spot, consider using small organization tools like trays or shelves that add extra space to display collectibles, stash your keys or otherwise keep your tabletops neat while offering a pop of color or print.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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After releasing two alluringly atmospheric final albums, Frozen and Notes Campfire, on a tiny German label, Souled American essentially vanished by the late ’90s, their discography sliding into out-of-print obscurity.—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
17 Apr. 2026
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Typing is faster, but handwriting hammers home lessons and facilitates deeper learning.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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In an era when many kids her age are chasing likes and followers, one 12-year-old is winning the internet’s heart the old-fashioned way — with scissors, glue and her own handwriting.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Cursive Academy, founded by husband and wife Terrell and Chelsea Whittington, earned its nonprofit status in November 2025 and partners with organizations, companies and individuals to resurrect the art of penmanship.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The penmanship alone—careful and deliberate—signals the intentionality behind every detail.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Jan. 2026
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In one version of the script, Alonzo managed to escape, but Washington and Fuqua decided against it.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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There was a magic in the air that will vanish if TV producers, tight scripts, and extensive rehearsals enter into the equation.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
19 Apr. 2026
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The hot local labor market is running hand in hand with a hot property market.—
Claire Bushey and Peter Campbell,
Ars Technica,
8 May 2023
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Bottom line: Your search is over for the ultimate winter running hand protection for any conditions.—
Svati Kirsten Narula,
Outside Online,
18 Oct. 2022
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Their last non-pandemic postseason appearance was in 2016-17, which saw the same result at the hands of the Nashville Predators.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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The work has always required steady hands – something Parkinson's slowly took from him.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Backhand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backhand. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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