no ball

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Noun no ball has 1 sense

no ball - unlawfully delivered ball in cricket; "the umpire called it a no ball"
--₁ is a kind of bowling

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No Ball

Noun

1. A term used in cricket to describe an illegal delivery where the bowler oversteps the popping crease, resulting in a run being awarded to the batting team.

Example sentence: The umpire signaled a no ball after the bowler clearly crossed the line.

Adjective

1. Lacking excitement, interest, or enthusiasm; dull; boring.

Example sentence: The movie turned out to be a no ball, with a predictable plot and unimpressive performances.

Interjection

1. Used to indicate disagreement or refusal to participate in something.

Example sentence: No ball! I'm not going to join you in that risky venture.

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