Hail Mary
Example Sentences
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“With the last $20,000, as a Hail Mary, we created and launched Subway Takes,” says Kuo, who produces the show.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
The plaintiffs then filed a Hail Mary request with the Supreme Court to intervene before the D.C.
From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026
“Getting $4 billion for the SV-F route from a speculative financial instrument is just a Hail Mary pass,” a member of the Beverly Grove neighborhood association said in public comments.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who also made 21 Jump Street and The Lego Movie together, Project Hail Mary follows a former molecular biologist who unwittingly embarks on an important intergalactic mission.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
“Let’s say a Hail Mary for our lucky stars,” Mary Anne said, suppressing a giggle.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
