batted (around) (Meaning)

batted (around)

to think about or talk about (something, such as an idea) for a period of time

The idea was batted around for hours before a decision was made.
The team batted the ball around before scoring a run.
My mind was batting a thousand thoughts around, keeping me awake at night.
The kids batted the balloon around the yard, laughing and chasing it.
The prosecutor batted the witness around during cross-examination.
The politicians batted the issue around without providing a clear solution.
The newspaper batted the story around for days, milking it for all its worth.
The wind batted the leaves around, creating a swirling dance.
My dog batted the toy around with its paws, eager to play.
The tennis players batted the ball around the court, engaging in an intense rally.

to think about or talk about (something, such as an idea) for a period of time

hashed (over), chewed over, kicked around, discussed,talked over, ventilated, debated, counselled, deliberated, treated

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The idea was batted around for hours before a decision was made.

The team batted the ball around before scoring a run.

My mind was batting a thousand thoughts around, keeping me awake at night.

The kids batted the balloon around the yard, laughing and chasing it.