Example Sentences

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But the most difficult challenge was the fact that Norman didn’t know he was at the center of the production, so he had to be constantly baited.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Of course, with the title at his fingertips, McIlroy baited the golfing gods on the final hole when he launched a drive into the trees and plunked his approach shot into a bunker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

They were caught using cage-type traps baited with venison and quail, a small game bird.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Ordaz also showed a bit of moxie midway through the first half Wednesday when he tangled with veteran Miami defender Maximiliano Falcón, who baited his young opponent all game.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2025

After I emptied each pot, Osh baited it with a fish head and tossed it out again.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk