shank

Example Sentences

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Saturday seemed well on its way to a different sort of conclusion, when the Irish shanked a 31-yard field goal in the fourth quarter.

From Los Angeles Times

I love lamb and Golden Fleece has a selection, including lamb chops and a lamb shank on their grill menu, as well as ground lamb kebabs, gyros, and souvlaki.

From Salon

He is more likely to expire on the back nine of a golf course after shanking a par 5 off the tee than any man I’ve ever known.

From Salon

The golf ball and his body hit the ground hard at the same time after he shanks one into the underbrush.

From Salon

A shanked punt at the worst possible time.

From Los Angeles Times