noun
a type of pitch in baseball that moves downward sharply as it approaches the plate
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The fisherman used a heavy sinker to ensure his bait reached the bottom of the lake.
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Make sure to attach a sinker to your fishing line so your hook sinks properly.
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I forgot to bring my sinker, so I had to use a rock to weigh down my line.
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The bad news was a real sinker, bringing everyone's mood down.