🏹shot

noun, verb
/ʃɒt/

Meaning

a single attempt to hit something, usually with a weapon or a ball

Example Sentences

He took a shot at the goal.

Example Expressions

Take a shot in the dark

Synonyms

attempt, try, hit, strike

Antonyms

miss, fail

Collocations

take a shot, shot at the target, long shot

More Example Sentences

The coach keeps players practicing after missing shots.

We are not allowed to share screenshots anytime from this meeting.

A nurse vaccinates children at a small village clinic during a government health campaign that aims to protect children from common diseases and she greets each child with a gentle smile to help them feel comfortable and less afraid while explaining to the parents why the vaccine is important and keeping careful records of every dose administered so that no child is missed or given a duplicate shot

A nurse vaccinates children at a small village clinic during a government health campaign that aims to protect children from common diseases and she greets each child with a gentle smile to help them feel comfortable and less afraid while explaining to the parents why the vaccine is important and keeping careful records of every dose administered so that no child is missed or given a duplicate shot and the community stays healthy and safe throughout the year.

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