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Recent Examples of right-hander
His success continued this season, with the right-hander joining fellow San Diego relievers Robert Suarez and Adrian Morejon in his first All-Star Game.
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Dennis Lin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Riding an outstanding six-inning start by rookie right-hander Tanner Gordon, the Rockies cruised into the eighth inning with a 5-2 lead.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
The Tigers started right-hander Casey Mize, the second All-Star to start against the A’s in the series after Tarik Skubal, last year’s American League Cy Young Award winner, pitched Monday.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The 25-year-old right-hander from Venezuela is making a name for himself as the Cubs try to make a late move to run down Milwaukee in the National League Central race.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Dennis Lin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Riding an outstanding six-inning start by rookie right-hander Tanner Gordon, the Rockies cruised into the eighth inning with a 5-2 lead.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
The Tigers started right-hander Casey Mize, the second All-Star to start against the A’s in the series after Tarik Skubal, last year’s American League Cy Young Award winner, pitched Monday.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The 25-year-old right-hander from Venezuela is making a name for himself as the Cubs try to make a late move to run down Milwaukee in the National League Central race.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for right-hander
Noun
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Paul missed a running uppercut in the corner, then Cena hit a sitout facebuster, again for a two-count.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Plaschke delivers a vicious uppercut to his opponent.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Again, with an inside-out forehand that had Osaka down on one knee trying to retrieve it.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Build your look off of Zara's hooded khaki jacket and incorporate elements including (but not limited to) pleated skirts or trouser shorts, a necktie, knee high-socks, your choice of footwear and bayonetta glasses like this affordable pair off Amazon.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Duggan asserted that because Tisdel hails from a swing district, Democrats rejected his plan.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The Chiefs also picked up free-agent swing tackle Jaylon Moore to solidify the line.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
2 Sep. 2025
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Biomechanical research clocks the sidewinder topping out at around 2.2 mph on the ground.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Another sidewinder on the deuce side had the same result.—
Matthew Futterman,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Coalition for Good Government identifies itself as a nonpartisan group concerned with constitutional liberties and the individual rights of citizens.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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For example, cities can offer long-term leases or development rights near transportation hubs in exchange for upfront investment or ongoing revenue-sharing.—
Regina Clewlow,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Anchoring the offensive line will be senior left tackle Dylan Knutson, while two of the returning starters tasked with making the passing game hum will be senior tight end Luke Pasquesi and junior wide receiver Jack Burger (4 TDs).—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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That analysis is shared by many on the left, particularly following the announcement by current Chancellor Rachel Reeves in March on extra welfare cuts after the OBR questioned whether a previous package of cuts would save as much as Reeves was claiming.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
27 Aug. 2025
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Alcaraz blasted a 131mph serve down the middle that landed like a roundhouse right to the jaw, then kicked in a second serve on set point.—
The Athletic Tennis Staff,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Follow her adventures in drinks, parenting and roundhouse kicks on Instagram at @thesocalwinegal.—
Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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These actions are a body blow to what remains of the postwar global trading rules.—
Wally Adeyemo,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Aug. 2025
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Potential price spikes would deliver a body blow to California motorists, who already pay the highest average price per gallon of gasoline in the country.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 July 2025
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“Right-hander.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right-hander. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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