shot

Example Sentences

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If the single-handed backhand has been Wawrinka's signature shot, then this was his signature match.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Prices for energy and fertilizer shot higher after the war began, feeding through to higher inflation around the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The couple posed for pictures on the bench from where Princess Diana was photographed alone in an iconic 1992 shot.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

After all, he earned a shot with the big-league club after hitting .343 with 34 hits and 13 RBI through 27 games with Rocket City.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

She shot me a cautioning look, as if she sensed my urge to snatch it and tear it to shreds.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu