"Shots" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
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"Shots" Meaning
1. brief, small, and hollow spouts or pellets of a solid or liquid shot from a gun or other vessel
2. A small amount of something, especially a type of drink, taken suddenly: "She had a shot of espresso to wake her up in the morning."
3. A photograph or movie short in length
4. A goal or winning shot in sports, especially basketball, especially when it is of great importance or difficulty.
5. A sudden or unexpected attack or act: "He took a shot at her with his words."
"Shots" Examples
Examples of "shots" usage:
1. Photography
- `"She took several shots of the stunning sunset with her new camera."`2. Medicine
- `"The doctor administered a shot of pain relief medication to the patient."`3. Sports and Games
- `"He made a crucial shot at the last minute to win the game."`4. Firearms
- `"The police officer took a shot at the fleeing car but missed the tire."`5. Drinking Alcoholic Beverages
- `"Let's take a shot to celebrate!""Shots" Similar Words
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Shot-put
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Shot
A small amount of a liquid that is accurately fired or let out suddenly: <br><br>Example: "She took a shot at the bird with her airgun."<br><br>A quick stab or blow with a sharp object:<br><br>Example: "He took a shot at the fish with the harpoon."<br><br>A chance to record a goal in a game, typically by kicking or heading a ball into the opponent's goal:<br><br>Example: "The team got a shot at the goal in the last minute."<br><br>A sudden loud noise made by a gun firing:<br><br>Example: "The shot rang out across the valley."<br><br>A taste or a sip of a drink:<br><br>Example: "I've had a shot of tequila."<br><br>A quick or short period of time:<br><br>Example: "I'm only here for a shot."<br><br>A short period of imprisonment or confinement:<br><br>Example: "He got a shot for breaking the law."<br><br>A photograph taken suddenly and unexpectedly:<br><br>Example: "The paparazzi got a shot of the celebrity."<br><br>A type of photographic camera:<br><br>Example: "I need to borrow a shot to take a group picture."<br><br>A person's life or career, often used in a metaphorical sense:<br><br>Example: "The president's shot hit a new all-time low after the scandal."
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