bobs (up)

present tense third-person singular of bob (up)

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Verb
  • Then, in the bottom of the inning, Kennedy throws a pitch near Greinke’s head, and pandemonium breaks out, with both benches and bullpens emptying again, and players and even coaches going at each other.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • Occasionally, an argument breaks out about who ate the last slice of baloney in the refrigerator.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Quarterback Patrick Mahomes continues to work back from a knee injury while Justin Fields takes first-team reps and Xavier Worthy emerges as a standout.
    Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
  • Beyond Munich’s spring and fall festivals, a broader picture emerges on a Bavarian suds safari that winds through brewery towns, beer halls and village squares where alcohol‑free options are gaining traction.
    David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • That's typically where confusion arises.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 June 2026
  • If such an opportunity arises, producers would be well served by bringing this entire exceptional cast out east to perform it.
    Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 7 June 2026
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“Bobs (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bobs%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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