slot

Example Sentences

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The end on Wednesday proved to be Anunoby leaping to control the rebound of Brunson's shot and slot it home.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

After a week of counting ballots from the 2 June primary race, the British-born candidate secured his slot to move ahead in the election, edging out billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, a Democrat.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

In addition to owning CBS’ late-night block, he also took over the 12:35 a.m. slot with his comic game show, “Funny You Should Ask.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Morning mass might have been a better choice in this time slot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

One bitter night I tried to call my parents from the pay phone outside the Boulder Tap; sleet was falling and I was shivering so violently I could hardly get the coins in the slot.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt