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[shot-guhn] / ˈʃɒtˌgʌn /
















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Following the initial allegation controversy, Hammer stepped down from his starring role opposite Jennifer Lopez in comedy film Shotgun Wedding, and was replaced by Josh Duhamel.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2023

Shotgun mergers to save failing banks have had a rocky history.

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2023

Police said the investigation confirmed that “the incident” - Morant was not named in the release, which only made reference to “a prominent NBA player” - occurred at an establishment called Shotgun Willies in Glendale.

From Washington Times • Mar. 8, 2023

Police said the investigation confirmed that “the incident” — Morant was not named in the release, which only made reference to “a prominent NBA player” — occurred at an establishment called Shotgun Willies in Glendale.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2023

They couldn’t see Shotgun from there because the coffin lid blocked the view.

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck




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