SportsSeptember 1, 2026

arrowing

AR-oh-ing

Definition

To propel or move something with high speed and precision in a straight, direct path.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'arwe' (arrow), the verb form emerged in the 19th century to describe movement characterized by the swift, direct trajectory of an arrow.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe how goalkeeper Zion Suzuki sent a powerful, accurate pass across the field to his teammate.

Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal: Bukayo Saka earns win for the Gunners as they begin title defence with back-to-back victories

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