penalty shot

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was called for hooking Byfield from behind on the play, setting up a penalty shot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

And Ireland's Shane Lowry closed on 17 over par, which featured a penalty shot after picking up his ball without marking it on the 14th green.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025

Jonathan Rabinovitch discusses El Camino Real's 3-0 win over Birmingham and his two penalty shot goals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2025

The victimized goalie could elect to use a skater’s gloves and stick, though most didn’t, as goals scored with a goalie stick on a penalty shot counted double.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024

Minutes into the game, the Fugees were called for a foul in the box, setting up a penalty shot for the Phoenix.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John