long shot
Example Sentences
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The winner came from the second phase of a corner, before Rogers had a long shot parried into Bellingham's path.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
“Congressional Democratic support of legislation that would undercut Democratic governors and attorneys general is a long shot, in our view,” wrote Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner in a research note this week.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
That could allow its current investors to start cashing out even if the refinery never gets built — a milestone many energy industry insiders still view as a long shot.
From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026
My favorite long shot is ‘Wonder Man,’ Marvel’s love letter to Hollywood dreams and dreamers.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
It was a long shot to send a jailhouse appeal, but from where I was sitting I had nothing to play but long shots.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
