clay pigeon

Example Sentences

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They simply bought a gun and ammunition and showed up at the range or clay pigeon course to figure it out.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2023

Devon and Cornwall Police Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer said Jake Davison, 22, was permitted to use a gun for clay pigeon shooting.

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2021

I go clay pigeon shooting on a Saturday.

From Time • Jan. 13, 2016

The other team – Richard's – visits his own country bolt-hole, and tries out clay pigeon shooting.

From The Guardian • May 14, 2010

Westby stood in an almost negligent attitude, with his gun lowered; the trap was sprung, the clay pigeon flew—and then was shattered in the midst of its flight.

From The Jester of St. Timothy's by Pier, Arthur Stanwood