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short shot

NOUN
quickie
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She wore her hair short, shot tigers and was an ace polo player.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2024

Wood missed a short shot but was fouled.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 3, 2022

He managed a dunk but then missed a short shot.

From Washington Post • Feb. 27, 2020

Petrusev repeatedly beat the Broncos inside, backing down his defender before turning for a short shot as the Bulldogs built a 67-52 lead midway through the second half.

From Washington Times • Jan. 31, 2020

Should you be caught at the net, with a short shot to your opponent, do not stand still and let him pass you at will, as he can easily do.

From The Art of Lawn Tennis by Tilden, William (Bill) Tatem




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