errant shot

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Refers to a shot in sports (like golf, basketball, etc.) that is inaccurate and misses its target.

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Examples (10)

  • A single errant shot into the woods cost him the championship.
  • The game was lost on an errant shot at the buzzer.
  • Even the best players can make an errant shot under pressure.
  • His errant shot flew wide of the goal and into the crowd.
  • The archer compensated for the wind, hoping to avoid another errant shot.
  • Frustration grew with each errant shot she hit out of bounds.
  • An errant shot left his opponent with an easy opportunity to win.
  • The goalie was saved by an errant shot that deflected off the post.
  • Practice is key to reducing the number of errant shots in your game.
  • If he makes one more errant shot, he'll likely be substituted.