What does throw somebody a curve mean?
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throw some·body a curve
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throw somebody a curveverb
To surprise; to introduce something unexpected or requiring a quick reaction or correction.
Etymology: From the curve ball in baseball which uses a spin on the ball to adjust the path of the ball unexpectedly.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of throw somebody a curve in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of throw somebody a curve in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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